<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom"><channel><title><![CDATA[Nigeria Soccer - Newslocker]]></title><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/</link><atom:link rel="self" href="https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/rss/1000/" /><atom:link rel="hub" href="http://pubsubhubbub.appspot.com" /><description><![CDATA[Find your latest Nigeria Soccer news with just one click. Don't miss out on anything happening in your favorite sport!]]></description><language>en-ng</language><copyright>Copyright (C) 2026 newslocker.com</copyright><lastBuildDate>Sun, 06 Sep 2026 00:46:00 +0200</lastBuildDate><item><title><![CDATA[Lampard: Coventry Making Massive Improvement]]></title><description><![CDATA[Frank Lampard has disclosed that playing away at Arsenal felt daunting like a first game back in the top flight, whereas his Coventry City side grew into their narrow defeat against Manchester City with a clear identity and competitive threat. Opening the season away at the Emirates Stadium against the champions made it feel like [...]<br />
The post Lampard: Coventry Making Massive Improvement appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/lampard-coventry-making-massive-improvement/</link><pubDate>Sun, 06 Sep 2026 00:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/lampard-coventry-making-massive-improvement/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arokodare’s Fifth Goal Of The Season Not Enough As Ajax Lose  To PSV]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria international Tolu Arokodare continued his impressive start at Ajax by getting on the score sheet again, but it was not enough as his side lost 3-1 at home to PSV Eindhoven in Saturday&rsquo;s Eredivisie clash. Arokodare has now scored in four consecutive games and has netted in back-to-back league matches since joining Ajax on [...]<br />
The post Arokodare&rsquo;s Fifth Goal Of The Season Not Enough As Ajax LoseTo PSV appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arokodares-fifth-goal-of-the-season-not-enough-as-ajax-lose-to-psv/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 23:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arokodares-fifth-goal-of-the-season-not-enough-as-ajax-lose-to-psv/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Premier League: Iwobi Makes History In Fulham’s Defeat To Crystal Palace]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi made his 100th Premier League appearance for Fulham during their 3-2 defeat to Crystal Palace at Craven Cottage on Saturday. The milestone saw the Nigeria international join an exclusive group of players to have made at least 100 Premier League appearances for three different clubs. Iwobi previously featured 100 times [...]<br />
The post Premier League: Iwobi Makes History In Fulham&rsquo;s Defeat To Crystal Palace appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/premier-league-iwobi-makes-history-in-fulhams-defeat-to-crystal-palace/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 23:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/premier-league-iwobi-makes-history-in-fulhams-defeat-to-crystal-palace/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EPL: Glasner Faults Referee’s Decision To Disallow Goal Vs Tottenham]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nottingham Forest manager Oliver Glasner has expressed fierce frustration after VAR controversially disallowed Neco Williams&rsquo; potential winning goal in a 0-0 Premier League draw against Tottenham Hotspur at the City Ground. In the 67th minute, Morgan Gibbs-White lifted a shot toward the goal, leading to a goal-line scramble where Neco Williams forced the ball over [...]<br />
The post EPL: Glasner Faults Referee&rsquo;s Decision To Disallow Goal Vs Tottenham appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/epl-glasner-faults-referees-decision-to-disallow-goal-vs-tottenham/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 22:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/epl-glasner-faults-referees-decision-to-disallow-goal-vs-tottenham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EPL: Ajayi Features As Hull City Hold Aston Villa]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Eagles defender Semi Ajayi was in action as Hull City played out a goalless draw against Aston Villa in Saturday&rsquo;s Premier League game. The Nigerian international was making his third appearance for the Tigers and was solid at the back, preventing the visitor from making any serious threat. Read Also:Awoniyi, Onyeka In Action As [...]<br />
The post EPL: Ajayi Features As Hull City Hold Aston Villa appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/epl-ajayi-features-as-hull-city-hold-aston-villa/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 22:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/epl-ajayi-features-as-hull-city-hold-aston-villa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[US Open: There’s No Room To Switch Off  –Sabalenka Reacts After Overcoming Rakhimova]]></title><description><![CDATA[Belarusian tennis star Aryna Sabalenka has emphasize the intense mental demands of professional tennis during her US Open campaign, stating that on the court there&rsquo;s no room to switch off. Sabalenka made this known after overcoming Kamilla Rakhimova 6-3, 6-4 in the third round of the competition. Read Also:US Open: I Was Completely Wrong About [...]<br />
The post US Open: There&rsquo;s No Room To Switch Off&ndash;Sabalenka Reacts After Overcoming Rakhimova appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/us-open-theres-no-room-to-switch-off-sabalenka-reacts-after-overcoming-rakhimova/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 22:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/us-open-theres-no-room-to-switch-off-sabalenka-reacts-after-overcoming-rakhimova/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CAF Champions League: Rivers United Hold San Pedro To Draw Away]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rivers United battled to a 1-1 draw against hosts San Pedro in the first leg of their CAF Champions League first preliminary round tie at the Laurent Pokou Stadium on Saturday. Both sides created a number of scoring opportunities in the opening half but failed to find the breakthrough before the interval. San Pedro eventually [...]<br />
The post CAF Champions League: Rivers United Hold San Pedro To Draw Away appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/caf-champions-league-rivers-united-hold-san-pedro-to-draw-away/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 21:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/caf-champions-league-rivers-united-hold-san-pedro-to-draw-away/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CAF Confederation Cup: Shooting Stars Secure Narrow First-Leg Win Over CS Sfaxien]]></title><description><![CDATA[Shooting Stars marked their return to continental football with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Tunisia&rsquo;s CS Sfaxien in the first leg of their CAF Confederation Cup first preliminary round tie at the Moshood Abiola Sports Complex, Abeokuta, on Saturday. The encounter was the Ibadan club&rsquo;s first appearance in continental competition since 1999. Shooting Stars made [...]<br />
The post CAF Confederation Cup: Shooting Stars Secure Narrow First-Leg Win Over CS Sfaxien appeared first on Complete]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/caf-confederation-cup-shooting-stars-secure-narrow-first-leg-win-over-cs-sfaxien/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 20:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/caf-confederation-cup-shooting-stars-secure-narrow-first-leg-win-over-cs-sfaxien/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria Secures U-19 Women’s Cricket World Cup Spot]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s Junior Female YellowGreens have secured qualification for the 2027 ICC U19 Women&rsquo;s T20 World Cup. The team&rsquo;s qualification was confirmed in a statement by the National Sports Commission (NSC). The Junior YellowGreens secured the World Cup ticket, after defeating Zimbabwe by four runs in the final of the ICC U19 Women&rsquo;s T20 World Cup [...]<br />
The post Nigeria Secures U-19 Women&rsquo;s Cricket World Cup Spot appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nigeria-secures-u-19-womens-cricket-world-cup-spot/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 19:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nigeria-secures-u-19-womens-cricket-world-cup-spot/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Awoniyi, Onyeka In Action As Man City Hand Struggling Coventry Another Defeat]]></title><description><![CDATA[Erling Haaland first half strike sealed a 1-0 win for Manchester City against newly promoted Coventry, at the Etihad in Saturday&rsquo;s Premier League fixture, completesports.com reports. Nigeria internationals Taiwo Awoniyi and Frank Onyeka in Frank LA pard&rsquo;s starting lineup for Coventry. Onyeka was taken off on 63 minutes and Awoniyi was replaced on 71 minutes. [...]<br />
The post Awoniyi, Onyeka In Action As Man City Hand Struggling Coventry Another Defeat appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/awoniyi-onyeka-in-action-as-man-city-hand-struggling-coventry-another-defeat/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 18:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/awoniyi-onyeka-in-action-as-man-city-hand-struggling-coventry-another-defeat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Don’t Be Fazed By Arsenal’s Defensive Grit  –Terry Tells Chelsea Players]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chelsea legend John Terry has urged the Blues not to be intimidated by Arsenal&rsquo;s renowned defensive grit ahead of their highly anticipated Premier League derby match. The legendary former Chelsea captain pointed out that despite Arsenal&rsquo;s impressive defensive solidarity under Mikel Arteta, the Blues possess the exact tools required to breach and expose the Gunners&rsquo; [...]<br />
The post Don&rsquo;t Be Fazed By Arsenal&rsquo;s Defensive Grit&ndash;Terry Tells Chelsea Players appeared f]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/dont-be-fazed-by-arsenals-defensive-grit-terry-tells-chelsea-players/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 18:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/dont-be-fazed-by-arsenals-defensive-grit-terry-tells-chelsea-players/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hungary Edge Out Nigeria To Clinch First World Cup Win In 28 Years]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s D&rsquo;Tigress lost their second straight game at the 2026 FIBA Women&rsquo;s Basketball World Cup, falling 71-67 to Hungary in Group B on Saturday in Berlin, Germany. D&rsquo;Tigress went into the contest on the back of their opening loss to South Korea (99-81), while Hungary, who had been heavily defeated by France (99-53) in their [...]<br />
The post Hungary Edge Out Nigeria To Clinch First World Cup Win In 28 Years appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/hungary-edge-out-nigeria-to-clinch-first-world-cup-win-in-28-years/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 16:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/hungary-edge-out-nigeria-to-clinch-first-world-cup-win-in-28-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Quattara Will Thrive In NPFL With Kwara United  —Aiyenugba]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kwara United goalkeeper Coach, Dele Aiyenugba, has disclosed that Malian goalkeeper, Khalifa Quattara, will thrive in the EuroMatch/Nigeria Premier Football League, Completesports.com reports. Quattara made his Kwara United debut in the 2-2 draw against Kano Pillars in the opening fixture of the 2026/2027 season inside the Kwara State Stadium, Ilorin. &ldquo;Kwara United, as a team, [...]<br />
The post Quattara Will Thrive In NPFL With Kwara United&mdash;Aiyenugba appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/quattara-will-thrive-in-npfl-with-kwara-united-aiyenugba/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 15:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/quattara-will-thrive-in-npfl-with-kwara-united-aiyenugba/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CAF Champions League: Finidi, Manyo Declare Rivers United Ready For San Pedro Test]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rivers United head coach Finidi George and captain Stephen Manyo have declared the team ready for their CAF Champions League preliminary round first-leg clash against San Pedro of C&ocirc;te d&rsquo;Ivoire, Completesports.com reports. The duo spoke at the pre-match press conference in C&ocirc;te d&rsquo;Ivoire on Friday, stressing the importance of securing a positive result away from [...]<br />
The post CAF Champions League: Finidi, Manyo Declare Rivers United Ready For San Pedro Test appeared first]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/caf-champions-league-finidi-manyo-declare-rivers-united-ready-for-san-pedro-test/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 15:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/caf-champions-league-finidi-manyo-declare-rivers-united-ready-for-san-pedro-test/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CAF Champions League: San Pedro Coach Confident Of Positive Result Against Rivers United]]></title><description><![CDATA[San Pedro head coach Hassen Bellil has expressed confidence in his side ahead of their CAF Champions League encounter against Rivers United. The Ivorian outfit will host the Nigerian side in the first leg of their preliminary round tie at the Laurent Pokou Stadium in San Pedro on Saturday (today). The match is scheduled to [...]<br />
The post CAF Champions League: San Pedro Coach Confident Of Positive Result Against Rivers United appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/caf-champions-league-san-pedro-coach-confident-of-positive-result-against-rivers-united/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 12:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/caf-champions-league-san-pedro-coach-confident-of-positive-result-against-rivers-united/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Galatasaray Boss Provides Osimhen Injury Update After Başakşehir Win]]></title><description><![CDATA[Galatasaray head coach Okan Buruk has provided an update on Victor Osimhen after the Nigerian striker suffered an injury during Friday night&rsquo;s 3-2 victory over Istanbul Ba&#351;ak&#351;ehir. Osimhen opened the scoring for the defending champions in the 13th minute, finishing clinically after latching onto a pass from Lucas Torreira. The 27-year-old&rsquo;s impressive start to the [...]<br />
The post Galatasaray Boss Provides Osimhen Injury Update After Ba&#351;ak&#351;ehir Win appeared first on]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/galatasaray-boss-provides-osimhen-injury-update-after-baakehir-win/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 11:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/galatasaray-boss-provides-osimhen-injury-update-after-baakehir-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arsenal Vs Chelsea: Gunners, Blues Clash In High-Stakes First London Derby Of The Season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal are set to host Chelsea in a blockbuster Premier League 2026/2027 matchday-three clash at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday, September 6, 2026. The two English giants will face off in a London derby fixture having maintained a 100 percent record start to the 2026/27 campaign. Teams&rsquo; Form And Recent Performances Arsenal Arsenal started the [...]<br />
The post Arsenal Vs Chelsea: Gunners, Blues Clash In High-Stakes First London Derby Of The Season appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arsenal-vs-chelsea-gunners-blues-clash-in-high-stakes-first-london-derby-of-the-season/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 11:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arsenal-vs-chelsea-gunners-blues-clash-in-high-stakes-first-london-derby-of-the-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arteta Reacts To Chelsea Players Using Rugby Tackle Pads In Training Ahead Arsenal Clash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mikel Arteta has reacted to Chelsea players using rugby tackle pads in training, as they get set to face Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday. Chelsea players used rugby tackle pads (also called crash pads or tackle shields) in training at Cobham this week ahead of their Premier League London derby against the league [...]<br />
The post Arteta Reacts To Chelsea Players Using Rugby Tackle Pads In Training Ahead Arsenal Clash appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arteta-reacts-to-chelsea-players-using-rugby-tackle-pads-in-training-ahead-arsenal-clash/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 08:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arteta-reacts-to-chelsea-players-using-rugby-tackle-pads-in-training-ahead-arsenal-clash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Nigerian Striker Completes Loan Move To Belgian Club SK Beveren]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigerian striker Victor Olatunji has completed a season-long loan move to Belgian club SK Beveren, Completesports.com reports. Olatunji joins Beveren from Major League Soccer, MLS , side Real Salt Lake. The 27-year-old brings plenty of European experience, having previously featured for clubs in Slovakia, Austria and Cyprus. The powerful forward has scored 47 goals in [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Nigerian Striker Completes Loan Move To Belgian Club SK Beveren appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-nigerian-striker-completes-loan-move-to-belgian-club-sk-beveren/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 08:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-nigerian-striker-completes-loan-move-to-belgian-club-sk-beveren/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Guendouzi, Greenwood Banned, Fined After Champions League Brawl]]></title><description><![CDATA[Matteo Guendouzi and Mason Greenwood have both been hit with UEFA punishments following the chaotic scenes that marred Fenerbahce&rsquo;s win over Lyon. The pair&rsquo;s Turkish side booked their place in the league phase of the Champions League after a 2-1 victory against Lyon 2-1 last month. According to talkSPORT, Ex-Arsenal midfielder Guendouzi &ndash; who also [...]<br />
The post Guendouzi, Greenwood Banned, Fined After Champions League Brawl appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/guendouzi-greenwood-banned-fined-after-champions-league-brawl/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 08:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/guendouzi-greenwood-banned-fined-after-champions-league-brawl/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Supercomputer Tips Arsenal To Win 2026/27 Champions League Title]]></title><description><![CDATA[Despite being drawn a tough round of league phase fixtures, with the likes of Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, Napoli and Borussia Dortmund to come for Arsenal, the supercomputer has predicted Mikel Arteta&rsquo;s Premier League champions to go all the way. Having suffered a six-year absence from the competition from 2017 to 2023, The Gunners returned [...]<br />
The post Supercomputer Tips Arsenal To Win 2026/27 Champions League Title appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/supercomputer-tips-arsenal-to-win-202627-champions-league-title/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 07:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/supercomputer-tips-arsenal-to-win-202627-champions-league-title/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Super Falcons Defender Joins Besiktas]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Falcons defender Glory Ogbonna has returned to Turkish club Be&#351;ikta&#351; for a second spell, Completesports.com reports. Be&#351;ikta&#351; confirmed the signing of the Nigeria international on their official website. &ldquo;Be&#351;ikta&#351; have boosted their defensive line with the signing of their former player Glory Akumbu Ogbonna (born 25 December 1998 in Nigeria) for the upcoming season,&rdquo; [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Super Falcons Defender Joins Besiktas appeared first on]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-super-falcons-defender-joins-besiktas/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 07:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-super-falcons-defender-joins-besiktas/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘He’s Going To Produce The Numbers’  –Iraola Reacts After Isak’s Two Goals Vs Ipswich]]></title><description><![CDATA[Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola says Alexander Isak&rsquo;s impressive start to the 2026-27 Premier League season is down to being fully fit, available, and sharp after an injury-plagued debut campaign. The Spanish tactician made this known after the Swedish striker scored two goals in the Reds&rsquo; 2-0 win against Ipswich in Friday&rsquo;s Premier League game. Read [...]<br />
The post &lsquo;He&rsquo;s Going To Produce The Numbers&rsquo;&ndash;Iraola Reacts After Isak&rsquo;s Two Goals Vs Ipswich]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/hes-going-to-produce-the-numbers-iraola-reacts-after-isaks-two-goals-vs-ipswich/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 07:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/hes-going-to-produce-the-numbers-iraola-reacts-after-isaks-two-goals-vs-ipswich/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EPL: Onyeka Will Be Available To Face Man City  –Coventry City Coach]]></title><description><![CDATA[Coventry City manager Frank Lampard has confirmed that Super Eagles midfielder Frank Onyeka is fit and available to face Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium. The midfielder missed Coventry&rsquo;s defeat to Hull City but has recovered in time to be considered for the Premier League clash at the Etihad Stadium. Read Also:Turkey: Osimhen On Target [...]<br />
The post EPL: Onyeka Will Be Available To Face Man City&ndash;Coventry City Coach appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/epl-onyeka-will-be-available-to-face-man-city-coventry-city-coach-2/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 06:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/epl-onyeka-will-be-available-to-face-man-city-coventry-city-coach-2/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EPL:  Onyeka Will Be Available To Face Man City  –Coventry City Coach]]></title><description><![CDATA[Coventry City manager Frank Lampard has confirmed that Super Eagles midfielder Frank Onyeka is fit and available to face Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium. The midfielder missed Coventry&rsquo;s defeat to Hull City but has recovered in time to be considered for the Premier League clash at the Etihad Stadium. Read Also:Turkey: Osimhen On Target [...]<br />
The post EPL:Onyeka Will Be Available To Face Man City&ndash;Coventry City Coach appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/epl-onyeka-will-be-available-to-face-man-city-coventry-city-coach/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 06:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/epl-onyeka-will-be-available-to-face-man-city-coventry-city-coach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Change Is Coming To Nigerian Sports, Finally!! — Odegbami]]></title><description><![CDATA[There is the prospect of a genuine Nigerian sports revolution in the air. There is a refreshing spirit across the land. There are glimpses of a new dawn for the entire sports sector through the developments in football. Beyond sport, there are also emerging, the faint outlines of a new nation from 2027. Things are [...]<br />
The post Change Is Coming To Nigerian Sports, Finally!! &mdash; Odegbami appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/change-is-coming-to-nigerian-sports-finally-odegbami/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 06:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/change-is-coming-to-nigerian-sports-finally-odegbami/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Isak’s Double Against Ipswich Earns Liverpool First Premier League Win Of The Season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Liverpool secured their first Premier League win of the 2026/27 season with a 2-0 victory away at newly promoted Ipswich Town at Portman Road on Friday. Swedish striker Alexander Isak scored both goals in a rapid early brace (in the 6th and 9th minutes), with both assisted by Cody Gakpo. This gave new head coach [...]<br />
The post Isak&rsquo;s Double Against Ipswich Earns Liverpool First Premier League Win Of The Season appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/isaks-double-against-ipswich-earns-liverpool-first-premier-league-win-of-the-season/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 23:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/isaks-double-against-ipswich-earns-liverpool-first-premier-league-win-of-the-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Carrick: Zirkzee still important to Man Utd despite failed Everton move]]></title><description><![CDATA[Michael Carrick believes Joshua Zirkzee will still be an important player for Manchester United this season, despite almost joining upcoming opponents Everton on deadline day.<br />
Zirkzee was reportedly close to completing a move to Hill Dickinson Stadium, but rumours suggested United pulled out of the deal after loaning out another striker in Chido Obi.<br />
The 25-year-old did not feature in either of United's opening two Premier League games this season, while he started in just five of his 26 appeara]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/carrick-zirkzee-still-important-to-man-utd-despite-failed-everton-move/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 22:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/carrick-zirkzee-still-important-to-man-utd-despite-failed-everton-move/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Turkey: Osimhen On Target Again As Galatasaray Beat Istanbul Başakşehir Away]]></title><description><![CDATA[Victor Osimhen continued his impressive scoring run as Galatasaray defeated Istanbul Ba&#351;ak&#351;ehir 3-2 in a thrilling Turkish Super Lig encounter on Friday. Osimhen fired the defending champions ahead in the 13th minute, finishing brilliantly after being set up by Lucas Torreira. The Super Eagles striker has now scored six goals in four league appearances for [...]<br />
The post Turkey: Osimhen On Target Again As Galatasaray Beat Istanbul Ba&#351;ak&#351;ehir Away appeared first on Complete Sp]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/turkey-osimhen-on-target-again-as-galatasaray-beat-istanbul-baakehir-away/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 22:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/turkey-osimhen-on-target-again-as-galatasaray-beat-istanbul-baakehir-away/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Promotion-winning Hull boss Jakirovic signs new contract]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hull City have confirmed their promotion-winning head coach Sergej Jakirovic has penned a new two-year contract after overseeing their outstanding Premier League start.<br />
The Tigers have opened the new campaign &ndash; their first at the top table since 2016-17 &ndash; with back-to-back victories over Manchester United and Coventry City.<br />
They host Hull City in their third game of the season on Saturday, and a victory would make them just the second promoted club to open a Premier League campaign w]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/promotion-winning-hull-boss-jakirovic-signs-new-contract/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 21:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/promotion-winning-hull-boss-jakirovic-signs-new-contract/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[US Open: I Was Completely Wrong About Alcaraz  –Rusedski]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former British number one Greg Rusedski admitted he was wrong and had to eat his words regarding Carlos Alcaraz&rsquo;s recovery and performance at the US Open. Rusedski openly doubted that Alcaraz would be ready to play best-of-five-set major tennis or even make it through the US Open after missing 139 days with a right wrist [...]<br />
The post US Open: I Was Completely Wrong About Alcaraz&ndash;Rusedski appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/us-open-i-was-completely-wrong-about-alcaraz-rusedski/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 20:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/us-open-i-was-completely-wrong-about-alcaraz-rusedski/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Richarlison omission ‘not my decision’, reveals De Zerbi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Roberto De Zerbi has revealed it was not his decision&nbsp;to leave Richarlison out of Tottenham's Premier League squad.<br />
Spurs submitted their 25-man squad for the first half of the campaign on Thursday, with Richarlison left out, while injured duo Xavi Simons and Wilson Odobert were included.<br />
Richarlison led Spurs in both goals (12) and direct goal contributions (17) across all competitions last season.<br />
The Brazilian has been open about his desire to leave Spurs in this window, though a potenti]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/richarlison-omission-not-my-decision-reveals-de-zerbi/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 20:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/richarlison-omission-not-my-decision-reveals-de-zerbi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘It always takes some time’ – Cifuentes trusting the process at Portland]]></title><description><![CDATA[Marti Cifuentes believes his experience of taking over teams midway through a season will be beneficial for the Portland Timbers, but said his team are still in transition.&nbsp;<br />
Cifuentes was appointed in July as Phil Neville's successor and has taken charge of 15&nbsp;matches across all competitions, winning 10 of those (D2 L3).<br />
The former Queen's Park Rangers boss has overseen four games in the MLS but has won just once, and he was on the wrong end of a 2-1 defeat to Austin FC last time out.&]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/it-always-takes-some-time-cifuentes-trusting-the-process-at-portland/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 20:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/it-always-takes-some-time-cifuentes-trusting-the-process-at-portland/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Enzo Has A Winning Mentality  –Maresca]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester City coach Enzo Maresca has praised Enzo Fern&aacute;ndez by calling him a winner with a strong winning mentality who knows how to secure major trophies like the World Cup and Club World Cup. Enzo will form part of a new-look midfielder at the Etihad where more than &pound;300m has been spent on three players [...]<br />
The post Enzo Has A Winning Mentality&ndash;Maresca appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/enzo-has-a-winning-mentality-maresca/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 19:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/enzo-has-a-winning-mentality-maresca/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[​Emery knows young recruits must adapt quickly after Villa’s poor start]]></title><description><![CDATA[Unai Emery knows the young players that have joined Aston Villa in this summer's overhaul must adapt quickly, ahead of their Premier League trip to Hull City on Saturday.<br />
Having finished fourth in the Premier League and won the Europa League in 2025-26, Villa sanctioned the sales of Morgan Rogers, Ollie Watkins, Ezri Konsa, Youri Tielemans, Lucas Digne and Emiliano Martinez.<br />
While Villa's sales raised almost &pound;300m, they spent just under that amount on a host of new players, with Johan Manz]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/emery-knows-young-recruits-must-adapt-quickly-after-villas-poor-start/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 19:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/emery-knows-young-recruits-must-adapt-quickly-after-villas-poor-start/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Diaby backed to provide ‘something special’ on Leverkusen return]]></title><description><![CDATA[Moussa Diaby could make his second Bayer Leverkusen debut against Union Berlin on Saturday, with head coach Carles Martinez backing him to provide "something special".&nbsp;<br />
After spending the last three years with Aston Villa in the Premier League and Al-Ittihad in the Saudi Pro League, Diaby returned to Leverkusen on a five-year contract this week.<br />
During Diaby's first stint with Leverkusen, from 2019 to 2023, he provided 66 Bundesliga goal involvements (31 goals, 35 assists) &ndash; only eigh]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/diaby-backed-to-provide-something-special-on-leverkusen-return/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 19:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/diaby-backed-to-provide-something-special-on-leverkusen-return/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mourinho Will Win More Silverware At Real Madrid  –Ancelotti]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti has disclosed that Real Madrid manager Jos&eacute; Mourinho will succeed and win more silverware during his tenure at Los Blancos. Ancelotti shared that he maintains a close, long-standing friendship with Mourinho, noting that the two managers frequently exchange ideas and messages. Read Also:Done Deal: Nigerian Striker Seals Move To Belgian Club [...]<br />
The post Mourinho Will Win More Silverware At Real Madrid&ndash;Ancelotti appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/mourinho-will-win-more-silverware-at-real-madrid-ancelotti/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 18:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/mourinho-will-win-more-silverware-at-real-madrid-ancelotti/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Simeone advises Alvarez to learn from Barcelona transfer saga]]></title><description><![CDATA[Diego Simeone believes Julian Alvarez's failed transfer from Atletico Madrid to Barcelona "will provide him with pure learning".<br />
Barca openly pursued Alvarez in the transfer window, with the Argentina international also stating his desire for a move, but Atleti were unwilling to sell to their LaLiga rivals.<br />
Real Madrid also saw a &euro;150m bid rejected earlier in the summer, while Arsenal were reportedly turned down by the striker.<br />
Alvarez featured off the bench for Atleti against Villarreal on]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/simeone-advises-alvarez-to-learn-from-barcelona-transfer-saga/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 18:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/simeone-advises-alvarez-to-learn-from-barcelona-transfer-saga/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kovac calls for Dortmund to keep ‘rolling’ against Hoffenheim as Nwaneri eyes debut]]></title><description><![CDATA[Niko Kovac has highlighted the importance of a fast start for Borussia Dortmund to "get rolling" in the Bundesliga, ahead of their trip to Hoffenheim on Saturday.<br />
BVB were 2-0 victors at home to Hamburg on the opening weekend of the season, before thrashing minnows HEBC 5-0 in the first round of the DFB-Pokal.<br />
At the SNP Arena this weekend, Dortmund will play their 50th Bundesliga match under Kovac, who has collected 104 points from his first 49 games at the helm (W23 D8 L10).&nbsp;<br />
Another vict]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/kovac-calls-for-dortmund-to-keep-rolling-against-hoffenheim-as-nwaneri-eyes-debut/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 18:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/kovac-calls-for-dortmund-to-keep-rolling-against-hoffenheim-as-nwaneri-eyes-debut/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[3SC Get ₦10,000 Per Goal Incentive Ahead In CAFCC Clash With CS Sfaxien]]></title><description><![CDATA[Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC), one of Nigeria&rsquo;s two representatives in the 2026/27 CAF Confederation Cup, have received a financial incentive to fight for goals when they face Tunisian side CS Sfaxien in Saturday&rsquo;s first-leg preliminary-round clash, Completesports.com reports. 3SC Receive Goal-Scoring Incentive From Comrade Olawale Comrade Isaac Olawale Ifadare Ayangbile, Vice Chairman of the [...]<br />
The post 3SC Get &#8358;10,000 Per Goal Incentive Ahead In CAFCC Clash With CS Sfax]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/3sc-get-10000-per-goal-incentive-ahead-in-cafcc-clash-with-cs-sfaxien/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 18:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/3sc-get-10000-per-goal-incentive-ahead-in-cafcc-clash-with-cs-sfaxien/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Free agent Wilfried Zaha on Roma radar]]></title><description><![CDATA[According to Gazzetta dello Sport, AS Roma are looking at free agents as they seek a suitable candidate to strengthen their left attacking flank, and one of names considered is Wilfried Zaha.<br />
Frequently moving between Crystal Palace and Manchester United in his youth days, the Ivorian eventually spent eight years at Selhurst Park, establishing himself as a formidable attacker, known best for his pace and dribbling skills. Overall, he played 458 matches for Palace, scoring 90 goals and providing]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/free-agent-wilfried-zaha-on-roma-radar/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 18:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/free-agent-wilfried-zaha-on-roma-radar/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Xabi Alonso’s Chelsea Revolution Faces Stern Emirates Test]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chelsea&rsquo;s trip to Arsenal feels significant for reasons that go beyond the result.A decade ago, Antonio Conte&rsquo;s visit to the Emirates became a turning point. After watching Chelsea dismantled by Arsenal, he accelerated the switch to a back three that transformed the club&rsquo;s season and ultimately delivered the Premier League title. Now, Xabi Alonso arrives in north London facing his own defining early test as Chelsea begin a new tactical era.<br />
A Clear Break From the Maresca Era<br />
Th]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/xabi-alonsos-chelsea-revolution-faces-stern-emirates-test/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 18:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/xabi-alonsos-chelsea-revolution-faces-stern-emirates-test/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chelsea Players Train With Rugby Tackle Shields Ahead Arsenal Clash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chelsea have taken the unconventional route of training with rugby pads to prepare for Sunday&rsquo;s London derby with Premier League champions Arsenal at the Emirates. New manager Xabi Alonso has got his troops bracing for impact with big rugby pads. Both Valentin Barco and Pep Chavarria were spotted holding the crash pads while their team-mates [...]<br />
The post Chelsea Players Train With Rugby Tackle Shields Ahead Arsenal Clash appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/chelsea-players-train-with-rugby-tackle-shields-ahead-arsenal-clash/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 17:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/chelsea-players-train-with-rugby-tackle-shields-ahead-arsenal-clash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bundesliga 2026/27: Matchday 2 Set To Deliver Early Season Tests, Intriguing Battles]]></title><description><![CDATA[The second Matchday of the 2026/27 Bundesliga season promises another round of compelling contests as clubs look to build on, or recover from, their opening-weekend results. From Bayern Munich&rsquo;s trip to Schalke 04 and Borussia Dortmund&rsquo;s visit to Hoffenheim to Stuttgart&rsquo;s bid to avoid another setback, the weekend offers plenty of early-season storylines, milestones and [...]<br />
The post Bundesliga 2026/27: Matchday 2 Set To Deliver Early Season Tests, Intriguing Battles appeared f]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/bundesliga-202627-matchday-2-set-to-deliver-early-season-tests-intriguing-battles/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 17:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/bundesliga-202627-matchday-2-set-to-deliver-early-season-tests-intriguing-battles/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2026 FIBA WWC: D’Tigress Lose To South Korea In Opening Game]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s D&rsquo;Tigress began their campaign at the 2026 FIBA Women&rsquo;s Basketball World Cup with a 99&ndash;81 defeat to South Korea in Berlin on Friday. The African champions made a competitive start but trailed 26&ndash;22 at the end of the first quarter. South Korea maintained their narrow advantage in the second quarter, taking a 48&ndash;45 lead [...]<br />
The post 2026 FIBA WWC: D&rsquo;Tigress Lose To South Korea In Opening Game appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/2026-fiba-wwc-dtigress-lose-to-south-korea-in-opening-game/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 17:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/2026-fiba-wwc-dtigress-lose-to-south-korea-in-opening-game/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[1XCup 2026: Akintunde Samuel Nets Brace As Newhope Naija Wallop Daja 5-1]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newhope Naija FC produced a commanding performance in the 1XCup 2026, cruising to a 5-1 victory over Daja United at the Inspire Sports Ground, Cappa, Oshodi, Lagos in their Epe Zone encounter on Friday. The result underlined Newhope Naija&rsquo;s attacking quality as they overwhelmed Daja United with five goals, turning the contest into a one-sided [...]<br />
The post 1XCup 2026: Akintunde Samuel Nets Brace As Newhope Naija Wallop Daja 5-1 appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/1xcup-2026-akintunde-samuel-nets-brace-as-newhope-naija-wallop-daja-5-1/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 17:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/1xcup-2026-akintunde-samuel-nets-brace-as-newhope-naija-wallop-daja-5-1/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Complete Sports Celebrity Workout 2026 Is Here!]]></title><description><![CDATA[YOU ARE INVITED! After an exciting 2023 edition, the Complete Sports Celebrity Workout (CSCW) 3.0 is back in Lagos, bringing together fitness, entertainment and preventive healthcare for one energetic morning. Save the Date: Date: Saturday, 10th October 2026 Time: 7:00 AM &ndash; 12:00 Noon Venue: Muri Okunola Park, Victoria Island, Lagos Nigeria Entry is FREE, [...]<br />
The post The Complete Sports Celebrity Workout 2026 Is Here! appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/the-complete-sports-celebrity-workout-2026-is-here/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 16:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/the-complete-sports-celebrity-workout-2026-is-here/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 135: Who Becomes The Next NFF President]]></title><description><![CDATA[On August 27. 2026, Ibrahim Gusau resigned as the president of the Nigeria Football Federation alongside several members of the federation&rsquo;s executive committee amid mounting pressure over the management of Nigerian football. The resignations come as the NFF faces growing scrutiny over the country&rsquo;s recent failures on the international stage, including Nigeria&rsquo;s historic failure to [...]<br />
The post SPORTS PLANET Podcast&hellip;EPISODE 135: Who Becomes The Next NFF President appea]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sports-planet-podcastepisode-135-who-becomes-the-next-nff-president/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 16:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sports-planet-podcastepisode-135-who-becomes-the-next-nff-president/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scoring Many Goals From Set Pieces Was Major Reason We Won Premier League Title  —Havertz]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kai Havertz has said Arsenal&rsquo;s emphasis on set pieces played a major role in their Premier League success last season. Arsenal ended their long wait for a first league title since 2004 after finishing ahead of Manchester City. Central to Arsenal&rsquo;s success was their use of set pieces which was a useless instrument against their [...]<br />
The post Scoring Many Goals From Set Pieces Was Major Reason We Won Premier League Title&mdash;Havertz appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/scoring-many-goals-from-set-pieces-was-major-reason-we-won-premier-league-title-havertz/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 16:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/scoring-many-goals-from-set-pieces-was-major-reason-we-won-premier-league-title-havertz/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CAF Champions League: Gabonese Referee To Handle San Pedro Vs Rivers United]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gabonese referee Cregue Flaury Moukagni has been appointed to officiate the CAF Champions League first preliminary round first-leg clash between San Pedro and Rivers United. Moukagni will be assisted by fellow Gabonese officials Amos Abeigne Ndong and Junior Assoughe, who will serve as first and second assistant referees respectively. Pierre Ghislain Atcho, also from Gabon, [...]<br />
The post CAF Champions League: Gabonese Referee To Handle San Pedro Vs Rivers United appeared first on Complete Sport]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/caf-champions-league-gabonese-referee-to-handle-san-pedro-vs-rivers-united/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 15:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/caf-champions-league-gabonese-referee-to-handle-san-pedro-vs-rivers-united/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FIFA Accuses UEFA Of Smear Campaign Against Infantino]]></title><description><![CDATA[FIFA has accused UEFA of running a coordinated smear campaign against president Gianni Infantino in response to US court filings regarding an aborted $4.2 billion World Cup commercialization plan. FIFA filed legal responses in US courts calling UEFA&rsquo;s actions little more than press releases aimed at its leadership. Read Also:Done Deal: Ehizibue Swaps Udinese For [...]<br />
The post FIFA Accuses UEFA Of Smear Campaign Against Infantino appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/fifa-accuses-uefa-of-smear-campaign-against-infantino/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 15:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/fifa-accuses-uefa-of-smear-campaign-against-infantino/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal:  Ehizibue Swaps Udinese For Genoa]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kingsley Ehizibue has joined Serie A club Genoa for the 2026/27 season, reports Completesports.com. Ehizibue linked up with the Red and Blues from another Serie A club Udinese. The 31-year-old spent four years with Udinese following his arrival from Bundesliga club FC Cologne in 2022. The right-back registered four goals and two assists in 119 [...]<br />
The post Done Deal:Ehizibue Swaps Udinese For Genoa appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-ehizibue-swaps-udinese-for-genoa/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 12:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-ehizibue-swaps-udinese-for-genoa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kyrgios Gets One-Month Ban After Testing Positive For Cocaine]]></title><description><![CDATA[Australian tennis star Nick Kyrgios has accepted a one-month ban from tennis after testing positive for a metabolite of cocaine during the Mallorca Open in June 2026. The International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA) announced that Kyrgios&rsquo;s default three-month suspension was reduced to just one month because he proved the drug use occurred socially outside of [...]<br />
The post Kyrgios Gets One-Month Ban After Testing Positive For Cocaine appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/kyrgios-gets-one-month-ban-after-testing-positive-for-cocaine/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 11:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/kyrgios-gets-one-month-ban-after-testing-positive-for-cocaine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[1XCup 2026: More Drama Unfolds As Tonic, Crystal, Mega 22, Ighalo FA Shine]]></title><description><![CDATA[Plenty of drama unfolded in Thursday&rsquo;s 1XCup 2026 qualifiers as the likes of Tonic FC, Crystal FC, Mega 22 FC and Ighalo FA shone by winning their respective matches at the Inspire Sports Ground. However, Mega 22 FC and Ighalo FA secured impressive victories, Crystal FC snatched a narrow win while Tonic FC survived a [...]<br />
The post 1XCup 2026: More Drama Unfolds As Tonic, Crystal, Mega 22, Ighalo FA Shine appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/1xcup-2026-more-drama-unfolds-as-tonic-crystal-mega-22-ighalo-fa-shine/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 11:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/1xcup-2026-more-drama-unfolds-as-tonic-crystal-mega-22-ighalo-fa-shine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[1xCup 2026: Four More Teams March On]]></title><description><![CDATA[Four more teams have marched on in the 1xCup 2026 following Saturday&rsquo;s games which produced three wins, one dramatic penalty-shootout triumph and a total of eight goals, averaging two per match. The latest round of matches in the 1xCup 2026 qualifiers featured closely fought contests across the Epe, Ikeja and Lagos Island zones, with teams [...]<br />
The post 1xCup 2026: Four More Teams March On appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/1xcup-2026-four-more-teams-march-on/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 11:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/1xcup-2026-four-more-teams-march-on/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-Man United Star To Undergo Surgery For Irregular Heartbeat]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Manchester United star Scott McTominay, who currently plays for Serie A club Napoli, will undergo a surgical procedure to treat an irregular heartbeat. Napoli, who disclosed this on Tuesday, added that McTominay will be out until after the season&rsquo;s first international break, meaning he won&rsquo;t play again until October. &ldquo;Following the development of a [...]<br />
The post Ex-Man United Star To Undergo Surgery For Irregular Heartbeat appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ex-man-united-star-to-undergo-surgery-for-irregular-heartbeat/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 10:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ex-man-united-star-to-undergo-surgery-for-irregular-heartbeat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[From Matchday To Digital Wallet: How Crypto Is Changing The Way Sports Fans Bet]]></title><description><![CDATA[For decades, the relationship between sport and betting has been remarkably simple. Pick a team, choose a bookmaker and place a wager. The internet changed that model. Suddenly, fans could follow odds from their phones, bet on matches taking place thousands of miles away and switch between pre-match and live markets while a game was [...]<br />
The post From Matchday To Digital Wallet: How Crypto Is Changing The Way Sports Fans Bet appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/from-matchday-to-digital-wallet-how-crypto-is-changing-the-way-sports-fans-bet/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 10:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/from-matchday-to-digital-wallet-how-crypto-is-changing-the-way-sports-fans-bet/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2026 FIBA WWC: NSC Urges D’Tigress To Go For Victory Against South Korea]]></title><description><![CDATA[The National Sports Commission (NSC) has backed Nigeria&rsquo;s D&rsquo;Tigress to make a strong start to their 2026 FIBA Women&rsquo;s Basketball World Cup campaign against South Korea in Berlin on Friday (today). The reigning African champions will be aiming for victory against the Asian side, who defeated them at the World Cup Qualifying Tournament in France [...]<br />
The post 2026 FIBA WWC: NSC Urges D&rsquo;Tigress To Go For Victory Against South Korea appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/2026-fiba-wwc-nsc-urges-dtigress-to-go-for-victory-against-south-korea/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 10:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/2026-fiba-wwc-nsc-urges-dtigress-to-go-for-victory-against-south-korea/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Enrique Opens Up On Why PSG Let Barcola Leave]]></title><description><![CDATA[Paris Saint-Germain head coach Enrique has provided clarity on why Bradley Barcola decided to trade the Parc des Princes for Anfield in a deal worth &pound;123 million. Enrique explained that Barcola, who made 49 appearances in all competitions last season &ndash; scoring 13 goals and providing seven assists &ndash; was eager for a more central [...]<br />
The post Enrique Opens Up On Why PSG Let Barcola Leave appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/enrique-opens-up-on-why-psg-let-barcola-leave/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 09:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/enrique-opens-up-on-why-psg-let-barcola-leave/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man United Legend Neville Predicts Arsenal vs Chelsea]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gary Neville has revealed his prediction for the biggest game of the Premier League season so far as defending champions Arsenal face possible title challengers Chelsea. Xabi Alonso takes his high-scoring Blues to the Emirates Stadium on Sunday with both teams hoping to maintain their perfect starts to the new campaign. Arsenal began their title [...]<br />
The post Man United Legend Neville Predicts Arsenal vs Chelsea appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/man-united-legend-neville-predicts-arsenal-vs-chelsea/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 09:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/man-united-legend-neville-predicts-arsenal-vs-chelsea/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Nigerian Striker Seals Move To Belgian Club Cercle Brugge]]></title><description><![CDATA[Belgian Pro League club Cercle Brugge have completed the signing of Nigerian winger Tunde Akinsola from Portuguese side AVS Futebol SAD, reports Completesports.com. Akinsola has signed a contract until June 2030, with the option of a further year. The 23-year-old, who is capable of operating on both flanks, will strengthen Cercle Brugge&rsquo;s attacking options with [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Nigerian Striker Seals Move To Belgian Club Cercle Brugge appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-nigerian-striker-seals-move-to-belgian-club-cercle-brugge/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 09:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-nigerian-striker-seals-move-to-belgian-club-cercle-brugge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian Forward Joins Turkish Club Gençlerbirliği On Loan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Turkish Super Lig club Gen&ccedil;lerbirli&#287;i have confirmed the loan signing of Nigerian forward Victor Orakpo from Ligue 1 outfit OGC Nice, completesports.com reports. Gen&ccedil;lerbirli&#287;i announced the signing in statement on their official X handle on Thursday. &ldquo;Victor Orakpo Joins Our Gen&ccedil;lerbirli&#287;i,&rdquo; the club stated. &ldquo;Our club has reached an agreement with France&rsquo;s OGC Nice team [...]<br />
The post Nigerian Forward Joins Turkish Club Gen&ccedil;lerb]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nigerian-forward-joins-turkish-club-genlerbirlii-on-loan/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 08:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nigerian-forward-joins-turkish-club-genlerbirlii-on-loan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Neymar Slams Santos Pitch After Injury Scare]]></title><description><![CDATA[Neymar has slammed the Santos FC groundskeeping staff and pitch conditions at Vila Belmiro after suffering a right hamstring injury during their Copa do Brasil quarterfinal match against Palmeiras. Neymar was forced off in tears just before halftime during the goalless second-leg draw, which eliminated Santos 3-0 on aggregate. Read Also:He&rsquo;s A Good Player &ndash;Venezia [...]<br />
The post Neymar Slams Santos Pitch After Injury Scare appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/neymar-slams-santos-pitch-after-injury-scare/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 07:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/neymar-slams-santos-pitch-after-injury-scare/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘A Dream Come True’ — Femi  Azeez Savours Brighton Move]]></title><description><![CDATA[Femi Azeez has described his move to Premier League club Brighton &amp; Hove Albion as a &ldquo;dream come true,&rdquo; Completesports.com reports. The Nigeria international joined the Seagulls from Sky Bet Championship side Millwall on transfer deadline day. Azeez signed a four-year contract with Brighton after an impressive spell at The Den. Premier League Dream Fulfilled [...]<br />
The post &lsquo;A Dream Come True&rsquo; &mdash; FemiAzeez Savours Brighton Move appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/a-dream-come-true-femi-azeez-savours-brighton-move/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 07:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/a-dream-come-true-femi-azeez-savours-brighton-move/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[He’s A Good Player  –Venezia Coach Hails Adams]]></title><description><![CDATA[Venezia head coach Giovanni Stroppa has described Super Eagles striker Akor Adams as a good player. Recall that the Nigerian international joined Venezia from Sevilla for &euro;17 million and scored a brilliant brace on his debut against Modena in the Coppa Italia. Read Also:Done Deal: Super Falcons Goalkeeper Completes Move To Crystal Palace However, in [...]<br />
The post He&rsquo;s A Good Player&ndash;Venezia Coach Hails Adams appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/hes-a-good-player-venezia-coach-hails-adams/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 07:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/hes-a-good-player-venezia-coach-hails-adams/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Super Falcons Goalkeeper Completes Move To Crystal Palace]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Falcons goalkeeper Comfort Erhabor has completed a move to Crystal Palace Women on a two-year contract, Completesports.com reports. The 21-year-old joins the London club on a free transfer following her departure from Portsmouth. Erhabor made six appearances in all competitions for Portsmouth during the 2025/26 season. Erhabor Delighted With Palace Move The goalkeeper, who [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Super Falcons Goalkeeper Completes Move To Crystal Palace appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-super-falcons-goalkeeper-completes-move-to-crystal-palace/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 06:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-super-falcons-goalkeeper-completes-move-to-crystal-palace/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[U-20 WWC: Falconets Arrive Katowice For Spain Showdown]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s Falconets arrived in Katowice on Thursday as preparations entered the final phase ahead of the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women&rsquo;s World Cup in Poland. The team departed their training base in Trzebnica and checked into the Novotel Katowice Centrum ahead of their opening Group F clash with Spain on Monday. The Falconets spent 10 days [...]<br />
The post U-20 WWC: Falconets Arrive Katowice For Spain Showdown appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/u-20-wwc-falconets-arrive-katowice-for-spain-showdown/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 21:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/u-20-wwc-falconets-arrive-katowice-for-spain-showdown/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sheringham: Fernandes Can Compete For Ballon d’Or Award]]></title><description><![CDATA[Man United legend Teddy Sheringham has backed Bruno Fernandes to be a genuine contender for the 2027 Ballon d&rsquo;Or. Sheringham&rsquo;s public backing follows Fernandes&rsquo; exceptional performances for Manchester United, which recently culminated in him being named the PFA Players&rsquo; Player of the Year. Read Also:Arteta, Alonso, Maresca To Battle For August Premier League Manager Of [...]<br />
The post Sheringham: Fernandes Can Compete For Ballon d&rsquo;Or Award appeared first on Complete]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sheringham-fernandes-can-compete-for-ballon-dor-award/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 21:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sheringham-fernandes-can-compete-for-ballon-dor-award/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spurs Leave Richarlison Out Of Premier League Squad]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tottenham Hotspur have left Brazil international Richarlison out of their Premier League squad for the 2026-27 season. Richarlison has been told he is not part of head coach Roberto De Zerbi&rsquo;s plans and that the decision was communicated to the 29-year-old before the transfer deadline to give him the opportunity to find a new club. [...]<br />
The post Spurs Leave Richarlison Out Of Premier League Squad appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/spurs-leave-richarlison-out-of-premier-league-squad/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 20:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/spurs-leave-richarlison-out-of-premier-league-squad/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trabzonspor Chief Doğan Dismisses Onuachu Exit Talk]]></title><description><![CDATA[Trabzonspor President Ertu&#287;rul Do&#287;an&nbsp; has once again reiterated the club&rsquo;s desire to keep Paul Onuachu. The Nigeria international has been widely linked to a lucrative transfer to Saudi Arabia There are further speculations that Onuachu could be sold by the Turkish Super Lig club following the arrival of Guinea-Bissau international Franculino Dj&uacute; from Danish outfit [...]<br />
The post Trabzonspor Chief Do&#287;an Dismisses Onuachu Exit Talk appeared first on Complete Sport]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/trabzonspor-chief-doan-dismisses-onuachu-exit-talk/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 20:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/trabzonspor-chief-doan-dismisses-onuachu-exit-talk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arsenal Confirm Martinelli’s Record Transfer To Al-Hilal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Premier League champions Arsenal have confirmed that Gabriel Martinelli has joined Saudi Arabia giants Al-Hilal in a club-record &pound;60m. The deal, which is a fixed fee and includes a sell-on clause, surpasses the &pound;40m Arsenal sold Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain for to Liverpool in the summer of 2017. &ldquo;Gabriel Martinelli has joined Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal [...]<br />
The post Arsenal Confirm Martinelli&rsquo;s Record Transfer To Al-Hilal appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arsenal-confirm-martinellis-record-transfer-to-al-hilal/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 20:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arsenal-confirm-martinellis-record-transfer-to-al-hilal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘It’s Special’  –Sharapova Lauds Serena’s Tennis Comeback]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Russian tennis star Maria Sharapova has praised Serena Williams&rsquo; dedication to returning to tennis while balancing motherhood, calling her commitment &ldquo;special&rdquo;. Speaking to People, Sharapova highlighted the rigorous training, recovery, fueling, and preparation required for a comeback that most people never see. Read Also:Prioritize Your Recovery &ndash;Del Potro Advises Alcaraz Sharapova expressed deep admiration [...]<br />
The post &lsquo;It&rsquo;s Special&rsquo;&ndash;Shar]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/its-special-sharapova-lauds-serenas-tennis-comeback/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 19:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/its-special-sharapova-lauds-serenas-tennis-comeback/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘This Is A Great Step In My Career’  –Chido Obi Reacts After Joining Willem II]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chido Obi has disclosed that his season-long loan move from Manchester United to Dutch Eredivisie side Willem II is a major milestone in his professional journey. Recall that Obi joined Willem II on a straight, season-long loan until June 2027, with no buy option included. The move is an opportunity for Obi to play first-team [...]<br />
The post &lsquo;This Is A Great Step In My Career&rsquo;&ndash;Chido Obi Reacts After Joining Willem II appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/this-is-a-great-step-in-my-career-chido-obi-reacts-after-joining-willem-ii/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 18:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/this-is-a-great-step-in-my-career-chido-obi-reacts-after-joining-willem-ii/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arteta, Alonso, Maresca To Battle For August Premier League Manager Of The Month Award]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mikel Arteta (Arsenal), Xabi Alonso (Chelsea), Sergej Jakirovic (Hull City) and Enzo Maresca (Manchester City) have been nominated for the Premier League August Manager of the Month award. The four nominees were unveiled by organisers of the English topflight, the Premier League, today (Thursday. Chelsea&rsquo;s new manager, Alonso, opened his tenure with a 100 per [...]<br />
The post Arteta, Alonso, Maresca To Battle For August Premier League Manager Of The Month Award appeared first on Complete Spo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arteta-alonso-maresca-to-battle-for-august-premier-league-manager-of-the-month-award/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 17:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arteta-alonso-maresca-to-battle-for-august-premier-league-manager-of-the-month-award/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFU B U-17 Championship: Golden Eaglets Draw Côte d’Ivoire, Niger In Group B]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s Golden Eaglets have been drawn alongside C&ocirc;te d&rsquo;Ivoire and Niger in Group B of the 2026 WAFU B U-17 Championship. The top two teams in the group will advance to the semi-finals of the competition. Hosts Burkina Faso will battle Ghana, Benin Republic and Togo in Group A. Read Also:WAFU B U-17 Championship: Golden [...]<br />
The post WAFU B U-17 Championship: Golden Eaglets Draw C&ocirc;te d&rsquo;Ivoire, Niger In Group B appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafu-b-u-17-championship-golden-eaglets-draw-cte-divoire-niger-in-group-b/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 16:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafu-b-u-17-championship-golden-eaglets-draw-cte-divoire-niger-in-group-b/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saudi Pro League Same Quality As Premier League  —Ex-Aston Villa Star Watkins]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ollie Watkins has claimed that the Saudi Pro League is on the same level as the Premier League in terms of quality after scoring on debut for Al-Hilal. Watkins turned heads by swapping Aston Villa for the Riyadh club in a &pound;51million transfer last week. The England striker signed a three-year deal with Al-Hilal after [...]<br />
The post Saudi Pro League Same Quality As Premier League&mdash;Ex-Aston Villa Star Watkins appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/saudi-pro-league-same-quality-as-premier-league-ex-aston-villa-star-watkins/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 16:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/saudi-pro-league-same-quality-as-premier-league-ex-aston-villa-star-watkins/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Babel: Barcola Not Capable Of Replacing Salah At Liverpool]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Netherlands international Ryan Babel has disclosed that it is impossible for Bradley Barcola to directly fill the shoes of club legend Mohamed Salah at Liverpool. While Liverpool spent big to bring in Bradley Barcola from PSG, the former player pointed out that Barcola primarily operates on the left wing, whereas Salah dominated the right [...]<br />
The post Babel: Barcola Not Capable Of Replacing Salah At Liverpool appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/babel-barcola-not-capable-of-replacing-salah-at-liverpool/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 16:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/babel-barcola-not-capable-of-replacing-salah-at-liverpool/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Manchester City Step Up Move For Echegini]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester City are pushing to sign Super Falcons midfielder Jennifer Echegini from Paris Saint-Germain, Completesports.com reports. The Women&rsquo;s Super League champions have already had several offers rejected by the French giants. However, according to Guardian Sport women&rsquo;s football writer Tom Garry, City are still working to complete a deal for Echegini before the WSL transfer [...]<br />
The post Manchester City Step Up Move For Echegini appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/manchester-city-step-up-move-for-echegini/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 13:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/manchester-city-step-up-move-for-echegini/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Obafemi Martins Backs Seyi Tinubu To Become NFF President. Do You Agree?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Super Eagles striker Obafemi Martins has thrown his weight behind Seyi Tinubu to become the next President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), following Ibrahim Gusau&rsquo;s resignation from the position. Martins believes Tinubu could bring fresh ideas and renewed energy to the administration of Nigerian football at a crucial time for the game. But [...]<br />
The post Obafemi Martins Backs Seyi Tinubu To Become NFF President. Do You Agree? appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/obafemi-martins-backs-seyi-tinubu-to-become-nff-president-do-you-agree/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 12:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/obafemi-martins-backs-seyi-tinubu-to-become-nff-president-do-you-agree/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Troost-Ekong Earns Governor Eno’s Praise For Grassroots Football Investment]]></title><description><![CDATA[Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has commended former Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong for investing in grassroots football and creating opportunities for young talents to develop their skills and pursue professional careers, Completesports.com reports. Troost-Ekong Foundation Praised For Grassroots Development Governor Eno spoke during the closing ceremony of the second edition of the [...]<br />
The post Troost-Ekong Earns Governor Eno&rsquo;s Praise For Grassroots Football Investm]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/troost-ekong-earns-governor-enos-praise-for-grassroots-football-investment/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 12:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/troost-ekong-earns-governor-enos-praise-for-grassroots-football-investment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Best Sports-Themed Board Games For Football Fans]]></title><description><![CDATA[Football fans are used to analysing games long after the final whistle. Should the manager have changed formation earlier? Was that expensive summer signing really necessary? Could the full-back have pushed higher? For people who enjoy that side of the sport, a board game can turn those discussions into decisions. Sports-themed board games have become [...]<br />
The post The Best Sports-Themed Board Games For Football Fans appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/the-best-sports-themed-board-games-for-football-fans/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 11:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/the-best-sports-themed-board-games-for-football-fans/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rain.gg Highlights The Features Players Should Look For In A Csgo Skins Upgrader]]></title><description><![CDATA[A good skin collection can take time to build. Players may end up with several lower-tier items that no longer fit what they want from their inventory, yet selling everything and starting again is not always appealing. This is where skin upgrading has found a place in the wider CS2 community. Rain.gg brings an alternative [...]<br />
The post Rain.gg Highlights The Features Players Should Look For In A Csgo Skins Upgrader appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/raingg-highlights-the-features-players-should-look-for-in-a-csgo-skins-upgrader/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 11:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/raingg-highlights-the-features-players-should-look-for-in-a-csgo-skins-upgrader/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2026 FIBA WWC: D’Tigress Name Final 12-Player Squad]]></title><description><![CDATA[D&rsquo;Tigress head coach Rena Wakama has announced Nigeria&rsquo;s final 12-player roster for the 2026 FIBA Women&rsquo;s Basketball World Cup. The squad, which will be captained by Amy Okonkwo, includes a mix of experienced campaigners and emerging talents. Nigeria will be making their third appearance at the global showpiece after previously featuring in the 2006 and [...]<br />
The post 2026 FIBA WWC: D&rsquo;Tigress Name Final 12-Player Squad appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/2026-fiba-wwc-dtigress-name-final-12-player-squad/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 10:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/2026-fiba-wwc-dtigress-name-final-12-player-squad/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What Causes Kitchen Cabinet Exteriors To Feel Sticky Even When They Look Clean?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kitchen cabinets can look spotless from across the room and still feel tacky under your fingertips. The reason is that many of the substances responsible for stickiness form thin, nearly transparent layers long before they become visible. Cooking oils can settle above and beside the stove. Hands leave residue near pulls. Small food splashes reach [...]<br />
The post What Causes Kitchen Cabinet Exteriors To Feel Sticky Even When They Look Clean? appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/what-causes-kitchen-cabinet-exteriors-to-feel-sticky-even-when-they-look-clean/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 10:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/what-causes-kitchen-cabinet-exteriors-to-feel-sticky-even-when-they-look-clean/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EPL: Crouch Predicts Chelsea To Stun Arsenal At Emirates]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former England striker Peter Crouch has predicted that Chelsea will defeat Arsenal 3-2 in their upcoming Premier League clash, stating that the Blues have nothing to lose. Crouch also noted that Chelsea&rsquo;s strong start to the campaign has announced them as genuine title contenders. Speaking on That Peter Crouch Podcast, Crouch admitted it is a [...]<br />
The post EPL: Crouch Predicts Chelsea To Stun Arsenal At Emirates appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/epl-crouch-predicts-chelsea-to-stun-arsenal-at-emirates/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 10:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/epl-crouch-predicts-chelsea-to-stun-arsenal-at-emirates/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Warren: Joshua Yet To Sign Contract For All-British Blockbuster Fight With Fury]]></title><description><![CDATA[British boxing promoter Frank Warren has disclosed that Tyson Fury has signed the contract for the proposed bout, but stated that Anthony Joshua is yet to finalize and sign his side of the agreement. The delay is centered around finalizing and amending contract details. While Joshua&rsquo;s original agreement favoured a UK location (such as Wembley [...]<br />
The post Warren: Joshua Yet To Sign Contract For All-British Blockbuster Fight With Fury appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/warren-joshua-yet-to-sign-contract-for-all-british-blockbuster-fight-with-fury/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 10:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/warren-joshua-yet-to-sign-contract-for-all-british-blockbuster-fight-with-fury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Camara’s Move To Chelsea Collapsed   —Monaco Sporting Director]]></title><description><![CDATA[Monaco sporting director Thiago Scuro has explained why Chelsea&rsquo;s Deadline Day move for Lamine Camera collapsed, and how it was affected by Everton&rsquo;s failed move for team-mate Folarin Balogun. The Ligue 1 side had made it clear keeping the midfielder was &ldquo;our priority&rdquo; despite approaches by &ldquo;several clubs&rdquo; over the summer and Chelsea, &ldquo;always testing [...]<br />
The post Why Camara&rsquo;s Move To Chelsea Collapsed &mdash;Monaco Sporting Director appeared firs]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/why-camaras-move-to-chelsea-collapsed-monaco-sporting-director/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 09:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/why-camaras-move-to-chelsea-collapsed-monaco-sporting-director/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Nigerian Winger Joins MLS Club FC Dallas]]></title><description><![CDATA[Major League Soccer side FC Dallas have completed the signing of Nigerian winger Daniel Job on a permanent transfer from Norwegian club Kongsvinger IL. The 21-year-old has signed a contract running through the 2029 season, with an option for an additional year. Job arrives in the United States after an impressive spell with Kongsvinger, where [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Nigerian Winger Joins MLS Club FC Dallas appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-nigerian-winger-joins-mls-club-fc-dallas/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 09:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-nigerian-winger-joins-mls-club-fc-dallas/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fabregas Wins Serie A Coach Of The Year]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cesc Fabregas has cemented his status as one of Europe&rsquo;s most exciting young managers after being crowned the Serie A Coach of the Year for the 2025-26 campaign, livescore.com reports. The Spaniard received the top individual prize during the &lsquo;Gran Gala del Calcio AIC,&rsquo; a ceremony that celebrates the very best of Italian football. The [...]<br />
The post Fabregas Wins Serie A Coach Of The Year appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/fabregas-wins-serie-a-coach-of-the-year/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 08:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/fabregas-wins-serie-a-coach-of-the-year/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Suspect Apprehended Over Alleged Plot To Kidnap Mbappe]]></title><description><![CDATA[Real Madrid star Kylian Mbapp&eacute; was identified as one of 26 high-profile targets in an alleged kidnapping and criminal plot uncovered by French authorities. According to Le Parisien, French police arrested an 18-year-old suspect identified as Cl&eacute;ment L. (also known by the alias &ldquo;Lester Z&rdquo;). Read Also:&lsquo;He&rsquo;ll Be Okay&rsquo;&mdash; Blackburn Boss Delivers Update On Alebiosu&rsquo;s [...]<br />
The post Suspect Apprehended Over Alleged Plot To Kidnap Mbappe appeared fi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/suspect-apprehended-over-alleged-plot-to-kidnap-mbappe/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 08:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/suspect-apprehended-over-alleged-plot-to-kidnap-mbappe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Eze Should Start Ahead Of Tzolis Against Chelsea   —Neville]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tzolis, who joined Arsenal in July in a &pound;34m deal from Club Brugge, started the Gunners&rsquo; Premier League opener against Coventry City and Monday&rsquo;s win at Aston Villa. The Greece international impressed in pre-season and in Arsenal&rsquo;s victories over Manchester City in the Community Shield and Coventry in the Premier League. But Tzolis was less [...]<br />
The post Why Eze Should Start Ahead Of Tzolis Against Chelsea &mdash;Neville appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/why-eze-should-start-ahead-of-tzolis-against-chelsea-neville/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 07:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/why-eze-should-start-ahead-of-tzolis-against-chelsea-neville/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘He’ll Be Okay’— Blackburn Boss Delivers Update On Alebiosu’s Fitness]]></title><description><![CDATA[Blackburn Rovers head coach Tony Mowbray expects Ryan Alebiosu to be fit for the club&rsquo;s Championship fixture this weekend, reports Completesports.com. Alebiosu was replaced by Lucas Houghton in the closing stages of Blackburn&rsquo;s goalless draw against Preston North End on Tuesday night. The Nigeria international&rsquo;s late withdrawal sparked concerns over his fitness ahead of Saturday&rsquo;s [...]<br />
The post &lsquo;He&rsquo;ll Be Okay&rsquo;&mdash; Blackburn Boss Delivers Update On Al]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/hell-be-okay-blackburn-boss-delivers-update-on-alebiosus-fitness/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 07:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/hell-be-okay-blackburn-boss-delivers-update-on-alebiosus-fitness/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Duran has ‘set the tone’ since arriving at Celtic, says O’Neill]]></title><description><![CDATA[Martin O'Neill believes Camilo Duran has "set the tone" since making the move to Celtic this summer as their perfect start to their Scottish Premiership title defence continued.&nbsp;<br />
Celtic made it four wins from four league games with a comfortable 3-0 victory against Aberdeen on Wednesday, with Duran once again starring with a goal and an assist.&nbsp;<br />
Duran needed just 14 minutes to open the scoring with yet another stunning goal, this time shifting the ball onto his left foot before rifling]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/duran-has-set-the-tone-since-arriving-at-celtic-says-oneill/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 00:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/duran-has-set-the-tone-since-arriving-at-celtic-says-oneill/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bompastor lauds Chelsea youngsters after securing Champions League qualification]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sonia Bompastor heaped praise on her young players after they helped secure Chelsea's&nbsp;spot in the league phase of this season's Women's Champions League.<br />
Keira Walsh scored the only goal as Chelsea beat Real Sociedad 1-0 at&nbsp;Estadio Izan on Wednesday, which sealed an emphatic 6-2 victory on aggregate.&nbsp;<br />
Following a thumping 5-2 win in the first leg, Bompastor made four changes to her starting side, with&nbsp;Lucy Bronze, Kadeisha Buchanan, Wieke Kaptein and Lexi Potter coming in.&nb]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/bompastor-lauds-chelsea-youngsters-after-securing-champions-league-qualification/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 00:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/bompastor-lauds-chelsea-youngsters-after-securing-champions-league-qualification/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[It’s Time To Move On From Old Trafford  –Butt Tells Man United]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Manchester United midfielder Nicky Butt has disclosed that the club must move on from Old Trafford because it has fallen behind modern grounds in the country. Speaking in an interview with Midnite, he noted that fans might miss the nostalgia, but the club needs to follow the lead of other top sides with modern [...]<br />
The post It&rsquo;s Time To Move On From Old Trafford&ndash;Butt Tells Man United appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/its-time-to-move-on-from-old-trafford-butt-tells-man-united/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 23:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/its-time-to-move-on-from-old-trafford-butt-tells-man-united/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ghana FA Reappoints Carlos Queiroz As Black Stars Head Coach]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has announced the re-appointment of Carlos Queiroz as the new head coach of the Black Stars. The GFA confirmed the reappointment in a statement on Wednesday. &ldquo;The Ghana Football Association (GFA) is pleased to announce that it has reached an agreement with Carlos Queiroz for his appointment as Head Coach [...]<br />
The post Ghana FA Reappoints Carlos Queiroz As Black Stars Head Coach appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ghana-fa-reappoints-carlos-queiroz-as-black-stars-head-coach/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 23:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ghana-fa-reappoints-carlos-queiroz-as-black-stars-head-coach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Flying Eagles Striker Joins French Club Stade Reims]]></title><description><![CDATA[French side Stade de Reims have completed the signing of Nigerian youngster Abdoulaye Agbejoye from Grassrunners FC Academy, Completesports.com reports. The 18-year-old striker has joined the French club&rsquo;s academy setup, where he will continue his development with the aim of progressing to the first team. Agbejoye was a member of Nigeria&rsquo;s Flying Eagles squad that [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Flying Eagles Striker Joins French Club Stade Reims appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-flying-eagles-striker-joins-french-club-stade-reims/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 22:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-flying-eagles-striker-joins-french-club-stade-reims/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Carragher: Arsenal lack ’10 out of 10′ attacking option]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jamie Carragher believes Arsenal emerged from the summer transfer window without a "10 out of 10" attacking option despite strengthening many areas in their squad.&nbsp;<br />
Arsenal ended their 22-year wait for the Premier League title last season and were predicted to try and upgrade their attack in the hopes of taking them to the next level.<br />
Leandro Trossard, Gabriel Jesus and Ethan Nwaneri were all allowed to leave the club, the latter being a loan deal, while Gabriel Martinelli remains in talks]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/carragher-arsenal-lack-10-out-of-10-attacking-option/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 22:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/carragher-arsenal-lack-10-out-of-10-attacking-option/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Richarlison Agrees To Join Onuachu’s Trabzonspor]]></title><description><![CDATA[Richarlison has agreed terms on a lucrative deal to join Trabzonspor ahead of the Turkish transfer window closing, talkSPORT reports. The Turkish club want to sign the Brazilian and unite him with former Liverpool star Mohamed Salah. They have had two offers turned down so far by Tottenham Hotspur. The first bid was &pound;15million and [...]<br />
The post Richarlison Agrees To Join Onuachu&rsquo;s Trabzonspor appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/richarlison-agrees-to-join-onuachus-trabzonspor/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 21:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/richarlison-agrees-to-join-onuachus-trabzonspor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jaissle is Newcastle’s ‘best signing’ of the summer, believes Wissa]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle United brought in eight new faces at St. James'&nbsp;Park this summer, though Yoane Wissa believes the appointment of Matthias Jaissle is the best of the lot.<br />
Jaissle came in to replace Eddie Howe following a disappointing Premier League campaign last season, and he has already made his mark&nbsp;after just three matches in charge.<br />
The Magpies began with a draw at home to Liverpool before beating West Brom in the&nbsp;EFL Cup and then coming away with a 2-0 win against Tottenham last t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/jaissle-is-newcastles-best-signing-of-the-summer-believes-wissa/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 21:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/jaissle-is-newcastles-best-signing-of-the-summer-believes-wissa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I Always Dreamed Of Being At A Club As Big As Man City  —Fernandez]]></title><description><![CDATA[Enzo Fernandez has said his dream was always to play for a club as big as Manchester City. Fernandez completed his move from Chelsea on deadline day, signing a contract that will keep him at City until the summer of 2031. He is now keen to get started and take his opportunity on the pitch [...]<br />
The post I Always Dreamed Of Being At A Club As Big As Man City&mdash;Fernandez appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/i-always-dreamed-of-being-at-a-club-as-big-as-man-city-fernandez/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 21:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/i-always-dreamed-of-being-at-a-club-as-big-as-man-city-fernandez/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CAFCL: Rivers United Captain Manyo Vows ‘Cup Final’ Approach Against San Pedro]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rivers United captain Stephen Manyo has assured Nigerians that the Pride of Rivers are going to Saturday&rsquo;s 2026/2027 CAF Champions League preliminary round first-leg away clash against San Pedro of C&ocirc;te d&rsquo;Ivoire to compete, Completesports.com reports. The Rivers United contingent departed Nigeria on Wednesday evening for C&ocirc;te d&rsquo;Ivoire ahead of the clash against San Pedro, [...]<br />
The post CAFCL: Rivers United Captain Manyo Vows &lsquo;Cup Final&rsquo; Approach Against]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/cafcl-rivers-united-captain-manyo-vows-cup-final-approach-against-san-pedro/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 21:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/cafcl-rivers-united-captain-manyo-vows-cup-final-approach-against-san-pedro/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Napoli captain Di Lorenzo puts pen to paper on new contract extension]]></title><description><![CDATA[Giovanni Di Lorenzo has committed his future to Napoli until 2030 after the Serie A giants announced their captain had signed a contract extension on Wednesday.&nbsp;<br />
Di Lorenzo's previous contract was due to expire in two years after penning a five-year extension back in 2023, but he will now remain at the club for another four years.&nbsp;<br />
The 33-year-old is into his eighth season with Napoli, having joined the club in a reported&nbsp;&euro;8m deal from Empoli in 2019, and has gone on to becom]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/napoli-captain-di-lorenzo-puts-pen-to-paper-on-new-contract-extension/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 20:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/napoli-captain-di-lorenzo-puts-pen-to-paper-on-new-contract-extension/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Adingra departs Sunderland for Ajax on season-long loan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Simon Adingra will spend the 2026-27 campaign in the Eredivisie after his loan move to Ajax from Sunderland was confirmed on Wednesday.&nbsp;<br />
Adingra spent the second half of last season on loan at Monaco before returning to Sunderland for pre-season, but he failed to make an impact for Regis Le Bris' side.&nbsp;<br />
The 24-year-old's move to Ajax includes an option to buy for a reported &euro;15.9m&nbsp;(&pound;13.7m) transfer fee, with the Eredivisie side also paying a&nbsp;&euro;3.8m (&pound;3.3m]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/adingra-departs-sunderland-for-ajax-on-season-long-loan/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 20:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/adingra-departs-sunderland-for-ajax-on-season-long-loan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFU B Women’s Champions League: Edo Queens Crush USFA, Book Final Spot]]></title><description><![CDATA[Edo Queens booked their place in the final of the WAFU B Women&rsquo;s Champions League following an emphatic 5-1 victory over hosts USFA in Wednesday&rsquo;s semi-final clash. The Nigerian champions took the lead in the 17th minute through Atume Doosuur, who found the back of the net to put her side in control. Chioma Moses [...]<br />
The post WAFU B Women&rsquo;s Champions League: Edo Queens Crush USFA, Book Final Spot appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafu-b-womens-champions-league-edo-queens-crush-usfa-book-final-spot/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 20:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafu-b-womens-champions-league-edo-queens-crush-usfa-book-final-spot/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prediction: Roma vs Atalanta]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two camps who will be hoping to extend on their 100% start to proceedings, Roma will welcome Atalanta to the Stadio Olimpico for a Serie A showdown on Saturday night.<br />
Ahead of another stacked weekend schedule from across Europe&rsquo;s elite domestic leagues, there are plenty of attractive betting promotions available.<br />
Verdict: Roma win<br />
Best Odds: 17/20<br />
Bookmaker:&nbsp;BetUS<br />
Roma<br />
Starting with the hosts, gaining a string of plaudits last season as they clinched a bronze medal finish among Italy&]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prediction-roma-vs-atalanta/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 20:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prediction-roma-vs-atalanta/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prediction: Inter Milan vs Napoli]]></title><description><![CDATA[In what is a blockbuster Serie A showdown this weekend, Inter Milan will welcome Napoli to the San Siro on Saturday evening.<br />
Ahead of a stacked schedule from across Europe&rsquo;s elite domestic leagues this weekend, there are plenty of eye-catching betting promotions available.<br />
Verdict: Inter Milan win &amp; Under 4.5 goals<br />
Best Odds: 19/20<br />
Bookmaker:&nbsp;1xBet<br />
Inter Milan<br />
Starting with the hosts, recapturing their Serie A crown at a canter last season, Inter Milan have once again established]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prediction-inter-milan-vs-napoli/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 20:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prediction-inter-milan-vs-napoli/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prioritize Your Recovery  –Del Potro Advises Alcaraz]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Argentina tennis star Juan Mart&iacute;n del Potro has advised Carlos Alcaraz to be patient with his right wrist injury and avoid rushing his return to the tennis tour. Recall that Alcaraz recently returned to competition at the US Open following a lengthy layoff of more than four months since his last match in April. [...]<br />
The post Prioritize Your Recovery&ndash;Del Potro Advises Alcaraz appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prioritize-your-recovery-del-potro-advises-alcaraz/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 19:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prioritize-your-recovery-del-potro-advises-alcaraz/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Perelman urges Orlando to eradicate mistakes in quest for playoffs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Martin Perelman has urged his Orlando City SC side to cut out the mistakes made in their draw with Minnesota United when they face San Diego FC this weekend.&nbsp;<br />
Orlando had raced into a two-goal lead at&nbsp;Allianz Field thanks to strikes from&nbsp;Daryl Dike and&nbsp;Antoine Griezmann, only to surrender their advantage in the space of four minutes.<br />
Marcus Caldeira,&nbsp;Anthony Markanich and&nbsp;Kelvin Yeboah turned the game on its head heading into&nbsp;the 75th minute, but&nbsp;Tyrese Sp]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/perelman-urges-orlando-to-eradicate-mistakes-in-quest-for-playoffs/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 19:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/perelman-urges-orlando-to-eradicate-mistakes-in-quest-for-playoffs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prediction: Nottingham Forest vs Tottenham]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two camps who are still waiting to put a maiden Premier League victory on the board, Nottingham Forest will welcome Tottenham to the City Ground on Saturday afternoon.<br />
With a stacked Premier League schedule pencilled in this weekend, there are plenty of eye-catching betting promotions available.<br />
Verdict: Morgan Gibbs-White over 0.5 shots on target<br />
Best Odds: 8/11<br />
Bookmaker: BetUS<br />
Nottingham Forest<br />
Starting with the hosts, while there might have been plenty of excitement around the City Ground ba]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prediction-nottingham-forest-vs-tottenham/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 19:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prediction-nottingham-forest-vs-tottenham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chelsea Plotting Shock Move For Ex-Liverpool Midfielder Over Free Transfer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chelsea are reportedly plotting a shock move for Georginio Wijnaldum after deadline day proved to be a disaster. The West Londoners were furious when Monaco pulled the plug on a deal which would have seen Lamine Camara complete a last-gasp switch to Stamford Bridge. And, having flogged Enzo Fernandez to Manchester City for a British [...]<br />
The post Chelsea Plotting Shock Move For Ex-Liverpool Midfielder Over Free Transfer appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/chelsea-plotting-shock-move-for-ex-liverpool-midfielder-over-free-transfer/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 18:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/chelsea-plotting-shock-move-for-ex-liverpool-midfielder-over-free-transfer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chido Obi Set To Join Willem II On Loan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United forward Chido Obi is set to join Eredivisie side Willem II on a season-long loan. The Danish youth international is moving to the Netherlands to secure regular first-team minutes and senior experience. Read Also:WAFU B U-17 Championship: Golden Eaglets To Discover Group Opponents Thursday The deal is able to proceed past the English [...]<br />
The post Chido Obi Set To Join Willem II On Loan appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/chido-obi-set-to-join-willem-ii-on-loan/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 18:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/chido-obi-set-to-join-willem-ii-on-loan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Real Madrid Star Convicted Of Drunk-Driving]]></title><description><![CDATA[Real Madrid defender Ra&uacute;l Asencio has been convicted of a road safety offense for driving under the influence of alcohol in Gran Canaria. A court source confirmed the conviction to AFP on Wednesday following a trial in San Bartolome de Tirajana, where the 23-year-old was found to have been driving with more than three times [...]<br />
The post Real Madrid Star Convicted Of Drunk-Driving appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/real-madrid-star-convicted-of-drunk-driving/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 18:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/real-madrid-star-convicted-of-drunk-driving/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Real Madrid Star Convicted Of Drink-Driving]]></title><description><![CDATA[Real Madrid defender Ra&uacute;l Asencio has been convicted of a road safety offense for driving under the influence of alcohol in Gran Canaria. A court source confirmed the conviction to AFP on Wednesday following a trial in San Bartolome de Tirajana, where the 23-year-old was found to have been driving with more than three times [...]<br />
The post Real Madrid Star Convicted Of Drink-Driving appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/real-madrid-star-convicted-of-drink-driving/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 18:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/real-madrid-star-convicted-of-drink-driving/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 134: Summer Transfer Window Review]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 2026 summer transfer window has closed, and there can be no more deals to bolster teams until January offers another chance to do so. Some clubs enjoyed success over the past few months, spending serious money to improve their starting eleven, adding numbers to squads that were clearly flagging, or just generally maneuvering smartly. [...]<br />
The post SPORTS PLANET Podcast&hellip;EPISODE 134: Summer Transfer Window Review appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sports-planet-podcastepisode-134-summer-transfer-window-review/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 16:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sports-planet-podcastepisode-134-summer-transfer-window-review/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFU B U-17 Championship: Golden Eaglets  To Discover Group Opponents Thursday]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s Golden Eaglets will learn their group-stage opponents for the 2026 WAFU B U-17 Championship when the draw takes place on Thursday, Completesports.com reports. The draw ceremony is scheduled for the Stade du 04 Ao&ucirc;t in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso. The draw for the second edition of the WAFU B U-17 Girls&rsquo; Cup will also be [...]<br />
The post WAFU B U-17 Championship: Golden EagletsTo Discover Group Opponents Thursday appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafu-b-u-17-championship-golden-eaglets-to-discover-group-opponents-thursday/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 15:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafu-b-u-17-championship-golden-eaglets-to-discover-group-opponents-thursday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tzolis Is Best Signing Of The Summer Transfer Window  —Man United Legend]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rio Ferdinand believes that Arsenal have made the &lsquo;signing of the summer&rsquo; with their &pound;34million deal for Christos Tzolis. Having won their first Premier League title in 22 years, the Gunners did not rest on their laurels over the summer transfer window, spending almost &pound;200m on five new signings. Piero Hincapie&rsquo;s move from Bayer Leverkusen [...]<br />
The post Tzolis Is Best Signing Of The Summer Transfer Window&mdash;Man United Legend appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/tzolis-is-best-signing-of-the-summer-transfer-window-man-united-legend/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 15:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/tzolis-is-best-signing-of-the-summer-transfer-window-man-united-legend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stop Treating African Footballers As Commodities  –Kamara Reacts After Sarr, Camara’s Failed Transfer Move]]></title><description><![CDATA[Diomansy Kamara, the agent representing Isma&iuml;la Sarr and Lamine Camara,has condemned football clubs for treating African players like commodities rather than individuals. The remarks follow a chaotic transfer deadline day during which Sarr&rsquo;s desired move to Liverpool was blocked by Crystal Palace and Camara&rsquo;s &pound;47 million transfer from AS Monaco to Chelsea collapsed. Reacting via [...]<br />
The post Stop Treating African Footballers As Commodities&ndash;Kamara Reacts After Sarr,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/stop-treating-african-footballers-as-commodities-kamara-reacts-after-sarr-camaras-failed-transfer-move/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 15:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/stop-treating-african-footballers-as-commodities-kamara-reacts-after-sarr-camaras-failed-transfer-move/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Code promo 1xBet Guinée 2026 : COMSPORTS (Bonus exclusif de bienvenue)]]></title><description><![CDATA[D&eacute;bloquez une offre de bienvenue exclusive d&egrave;s aujourd&rsquo;hui en vous inscrivant avec le code promo 1xBet Guin&eacute;e officiel : COMSPORTS. En utilisant ce code v&eacute;rifi&eacute; lors de votre cr&eacute;ation de compte 1xBet, vous b&eacute;n&eacute;ficiez d&rsquo;un bonus exclusif de 230 % sur votre premier d&eacute;p&ocirc;t allant jusqu&rsquo;&agrave; 2 600 000 GNF pour vos paris sportifs. C&rsquo;est [...]<br />
The post Code promo 1xBet Guin&eacute;e 2026 : COMSPORTS (Bonus]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/code-promo-1xbet-guine-2026-comsports-bonus-exclusif-de-bienvenue/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 14:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/code-promo-1xbet-guine-2026-comsports-bonus-exclusif-de-bienvenue/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sor Ruled Out For Six Weeks With Hamstring Injury]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yira Sor is set to spend around six weeks on the sidelines after suffering a hamstring injury, Completesports.com reports. Sor picked up the injury during Amedspor&rsquo;s 2-1 victory over Trabzonspor at the Seyrantepe Spor Kompleksi Stadyumu on Monday. The winger had earlier drawn the hosts level in first-half stoppage time, cancelling out Mohamed Salah&rsquo;s opener [...]<br />
The post Sor Ruled Out For Six Weeks With Hamstring Injury appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sor-ruled-out-for-six-weeks-with-hamstring-injury/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 13:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sor-ruled-out-for-six-weeks-with-hamstring-injury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Complete Sports Celebrity Workout Is Back And Better]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rise and shine, Lagos! &#127749;&#128170;&#127998; The countdown to the Complete Sports Celebrity Workout 2026 is officially on! Join your favourite stars and fitness enthusiasts for one of Lagos&rsquo; biggest health and fitness experiences of the year. &#128197; Date: Saturday, 10 October 2026 &#9200; Time: 7:00 AM &ndash; 12:00 noon &#128205; Venue: Muri Okunola Park, Victoria [...]<br />
The post Complete Sports Celebrity Workout Is Back And Better appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/complete-sports-celebrity-workout-is-back-and-better/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 13:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/complete-sports-celebrity-workout-is-back-and-better/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Azeez Joins Brighton On Four-Year Contract]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brighton &amp; Hove Albion have completed the signing of Nigeria international Femi Azeez from Millwall for an undisclosed fee, Completesports.com reports. Azeez has signed a four-year contract with the Seagulls after completing his move from the Sky Bet Championship club. Brighton Delighted With Azeez Capture Brighton sporting director Mike Cave expressed his delight at securing [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Azeez Joins Brighton On Four-Year Contract appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-azeez-joins-brighton-on-four-year-contract/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 12:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-azeez-joins-brighton-on-four-year-contract/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Solomon Ojeagbase Earns PhD In Digital Transformation, Artificial Intelligence]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigerian media executive and digital entrepreneur, Solomon Ojeagbase, has announced the successful completion of his PhD in Digital Transformation and Artificial Intelligence. Dr Ojeagbase, an Executive Director and Manager of the Digital Marketing Division at Complete Communications Limited (CCL), was awarded the Philosophiae Doctor (PhD) by the Ecole Sup&eacute;rieure Robert de Sorbon, France. The qualification [...]<br />
The post Solomon Ojeagbase Earns PhD In Digital Transformation, Artificial In]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/solomon-ojeagbase-earns-phd-in-digital-transformation-artificial-intelligence/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 12:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/solomon-ojeagbase-earns-phd-in-digital-transformation-artificial-intelligence/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[10 Nigerian Football Stars To Watch During The 2026/27 European Campaign]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 2026/27 European football season is underway, and several Nigerian stars are ready to make their mark across Europe. &#127475;&#127468;&#9917; From established Super Eagles names to players looking to take their careers to the next level, this video highlights 10 Nigerian football stars to watch during the 2026/27 European campaign. We look at their clubs, [...]<br />
The post 10 Nigerian Football Stars To Watch During The 2026/27 European Campaign appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/10-nigerian-football-stars-to-watch-during-the-202627-european-campaign/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 11:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/10-nigerian-football-stars-to-watch-during-the-202627-european-campaign/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[U-20 WWC: Falconets Ready For Spain Challenge — Aduku]]></title><description><![CDATA[Falconets head coach Moses Aduku says his team is fully prepared for their opening match against Spain at the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women&rsquo;s World Cup. Nigeria will face Spain in their Group F opener in Sosnowiec on Monday, September 7. The Falconets rounded off their preparations for the tournament with a 1-1 draw against Korea [...]<br />
The post U-20 WWC: Falconets Ready For Spain Challenge &mdash; Aduku appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/u-20-wwc-falconets-ready-for-spain-challenge-aduku/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 09:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/u-20-wwc-falconets-ready-for-spain-challenge-aduku/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Infantino Opens Up On Discussion With Nigerian Delegation To Zurich]]></title><description><![CDATA[President of FIFA Gianni Infantino has said the meeting he had with the Nigeria delegation was a successful one. Infantino said this in a release by the Director Information and Public Relations, National Sports Commission (NSC), Dr. Keninde Amati, A Nigerian delegation led by the NSC chairman Shehu Dikko met with Infantino on Tuesday in [...]<br />
The post Infantino Opens Up On Discussion With Nigerian Delegation To Zurich appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/infantino-opens-up-on-discussion-with-nigerian-delegation-to-zurich/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 09:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/infantino-opens-up-on-discussion-with-nigerian-delegation-to-zurich/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scholes: Selling Enzo To Man City Will Cost Chelsea The Chance To Win Premier League Title]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United legend Paul Scholes believes Chelsea have ruined their chances of winning the Premier League title by selling Enzo Fern&aacute;ndez to Manchester City for &pound;125 million. Recall that Manchester City completed the signing of Enzo Fern&aacute;ndez on transfer deadline day for &pound;125m, matching a joint-record fee in the Premier League. Fern&aacute;ndez made it clear [...]<br />
The post Scholes: Selling Enzo To Man City Will Cost Chelsea The Chance To Win Premier League Title ap]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/scholes-selling-enzo-to-man-city-will-cost-chelsea-the-chance-to-win-premier-league-title/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 09:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/scholes-selling-enzo-to-man-city-will-cost-chelsea-the-chance-to-win-premier-league-title/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[US Open: ‘I Can Raise My Level If I Need To Do’  –Gauff Speaks On Title Bid]]></title><description><![CDATA[Coco Gauff has expressed her determination to raise the standard of her game at the ongoing US Open. Recall Gauff opened her 2026 US Open campaign with a solid straight-set win over Turkey&rsquo;s Zeynep Sonmez that showcased her improved serve. Read Also:US Open: &ldquo;You Have To Earn The Win&rdquo; &ndash;Alcaraz Reacts To Djokovic&rsquo;s Shock Exit [...]<br />
The post US Open: &lsquo;I Can Raise My Level If I Need To Do&rsquo;&ndash;Gauff Speaks On Title Bid appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/us-open-i-can-raise-my-level-if-i-need-to-do-gauff-speaks-on-title-bid/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 08:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/us-open-i-can-raise-my-level-if-i-need-to-do-gauff-speaks-on-title-bid/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Hull City Complete Move For Iroegbunam]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hull City have announced the signing of midfielder Tim Iroegbunam from Everton for an undisclosed fee. The 23-year-old has signed a five-year contract with the Tigers, which will keep him at the club until the summer of 2031. Iroegbunam began his senior career with Aston Villa after joining the Birmingham club from West Bromwich Albion&rsquo;s [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Hull City Complete Move For Iroegbunam appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-hull-city-complete-move-for-iroegbunam/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 07:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-hull-city-complete-move-for-iroegbunam/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[OFFICIAL: Mudryk Joins Tottenham On Loan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chelsea have announced that Mykhailo Mudryk has joined London rivals Tottenham Hotspur on a season-long loan move. The Blues, in a statement, wrote on their website:&rdquo;Chelsea winger Mykhailo Mudryk has joined Tottenham Hotspur on a season-long loan. &ldquo;Signed from Shakhtar Donetsk in January 2023, the Ukraine international has made 73 appearances for the Blues and [...]<br />
The post OFFICIAL: Mudryk Joins Tottenham On Loan appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/official-mudryk-joins-tottenham-on-loan/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 23:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/official-mudryk-joins-tottenham-on-loan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Olopade: FIFA Has Endorsed NFF Resignations, Reform Discussions Ongoing]]></title><description><![CDATA[Director General of the National Sports Commission, NSC, Bukola Olopade, has confirmed that world football governing body FIFA has formally accepted the resignations of key officials of the Nigeria Football Federation ,NFF, reports Completesports.com. Former NFF President Ibrahim Gusau, General Secretary Mohammed Sanusi and other members of the federation&rsquo;s Executive Committee tendered their resignations last [...]<br />
The post Olopade: FIFA Has Endorsed NFF Resignations, Reform Discussions On]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/olopade-fifa-has-endorsed-nff-resignations-reform-discussions-ongoing/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 22:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/olopade-fifa-has-endorsed-nff-resignations-reform-discussions-ongoing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Swedish Tennis Star Forces To Retire After Collapsing Twice On Court]]></title><description><![CDATA[Swedish tennis player Elias Ymer collapsed twice on the court during his opening match at the Zhangjiagang Challenger in China on Tuesday, September 1, 2026. Ymer was playing against Taiwan&rsquo;s Hsu Yu-hsiou and was serving for the second set at 5-3 after losing the first set in a tiebreak. Read Also:US Open: &ldquo;You Have To [...]<br />
The post Swedish Tennis Star Forces To Retire After Collapsing Twice On Court appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/swedish-tennis-star-forces-to-retire-after-collapsing-twice-on-court/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 22:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/swedish-tennis-star-forces-to-retire-after-collapsing-twice-on-court/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Swedish Tennis Star Forced To Retire After Collapsing Twice On Court]]></title><description><![CDATA[Swedish tennis player Elias Ymer collapsed twice on the court during his opening match at the Zhangjiagang Challenger in China on Tuesday, September 1, 2026. Ymer was playing against Taiwan&rsquo;s Hsu Yu-hsiou and was serving for the second set at 5-3 after losing the first set in a tiebreak. Read Also:US Open: &ldquo;You Have To [...]<br />
The post Swedish Tennis Star Forced To Retire After Collapsing Twice On Court appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/swedish-tennis-star-forced-to-retire-after-collapsing-twice-on-court/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 22:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/swedish-tennis-star-forced-to-retire-after-collapsing-twice-on-court/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nwaneri Joins Borussia Dortmund On Loan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Premier League champions Arsenal have confirmed Ethan Nwaneri&rsquo;s loan move to Borussia Dortmund. The Gunners announced the move in a statement on their website on transfer deadline day. &ldquo;Ethan Nwaneri has joined Bundesliga side Borussia Dortmund on a season-long loan. &ldquo;The 19-year-old Hale End graduate has been with us since the age of eight and [...]<br />
The post Nwaneri Joins Borussia Dortmund On Loan appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nwaneri-joins-borussia-dortmund-on-loan/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 21:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nwaneri-joins-borussia-dortmund-on-loan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I Took Significant Pay Cut To Join Barcelona  —Jesus]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gabriel Jesus was happy to take a reduction in wages in order to sign for Barcelona. The Spanish champions, who have started their LaLiga campaign with three straight wins, completed the signing of Jesus from Arsenal on Tuesday. Jesus has signed a three-year contract at Barca, who have reportedly paid an initial &euro;10m, though add-ons [...]<br />
The post I Took Significant Pay Cut To Join Barcelona&mdash;Jesus appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/i-took-significant-pay-cut-to-join-barcelona-jesus/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 20:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/i-took-significant-pay-cut-to-join-barcelona-jesus/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rudiger Retires From International Football]]></title><description><![CDATA[Real Madrid defender Antonio R&uuml;diger has officially announced his retirement from international football. The 33-year-old Real Madrid defender confirmed via his social media accounts that he is stepping away from the German national team to focus entirely on his club career and make room for the younger generation of players. R&uuml;diger concludes a 12-year international [...]<br />
The post Rudiger Retires From International Football appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/rudiger-retires-from-international-football/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 19:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/rudiger-retires-from-international-football/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man City Agree £125m Fee For Enzo Fernandez]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester City have agreed to pay a joint-British transfer record fee of &pound;125m for Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez, BBC Sport reports. Fernandez joined Chelsea from Benfica in 2023 for a then-British record fee of &pound;107m, with his latest switch matching the &pound;125m that Liverpool paid for Alexander Isak on this day last summer. The clubs [...]<br />
The post Man City Agree &pound;125m Fee For Enzo Fernandez appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/man-city-agree-125m-fee-for-enzo-fernandez/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 19:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/man-city-agree-125m-fee-for-enzo-fernandez/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I’m Excited To Be At Such A Big Club  —Barcelona New Signing Jesus]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gabriel Jesus has said he is excited that he has joined a big club like La Liga giants Barcelona. According to reports Barcelona shelled out an initial &pound;8.6m, plus a further &pound;4.3m in add-ons, for the 29-year-old striker, who had recently entered the final 12 months of his contract at the Emirates Stadium. Speaking to [...]<br />
The post I&rsquo;m Excited To Be At Such A Big Club&mdash;Barcelona New Signing Jesus appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/im-excited-to-be-at-such-a-big-club-barcelona-new-signing-jesus/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 18:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/im-excited-to-be-at-such-a-big-club-barcelona-new-signing-jesus/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Euromatch–NPFL: Kwara United Coach Ashifat Draws Positives From Disappointing Kano Pillars Draw]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kwara United Head Coach, Suleiman Ashifat, has taken positives from his side&rsquo;s &lsquo;disappointing&rsquo; 2-2 draw against visiting Kano Pillars in Sunday&rsquo;s 2026/2027 Euromatch&ndash;NPFL opener at the Rashidi Yekini Mainbowl, llorin, Completesports.com reports. Kwara United Show Fighting Spirit Ashifat noted that his side&rsquo;s matchday squad was dominated by new signings, saying that coming from two goals [...]<br />
The post Euromatch&ndash;NPFL: Kwara United Coach Ashifat Draws Posi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/euromatchnpfl-kwara-united-coach-ashifat-draws-positives-from-disappointing-kano-pillars-draw/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 18:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/euromatchnpfl-kwara-united-coach-ashifat-draws-positives-from-disappointing-kano-pillars-draw/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brighton Agree Deal To Sign Femi Azeez]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brighton &amp; Hove Albion have reached an agreement with Sky Bet Championship club Millwall for the signing of Nigerian winger Femi Azeez. According to The Athletic, the Seagulls have agreed a deal worth &pound;12.5 million, with a further &euro;2.5 million potentially payable in add-ons. The transfer could become a club-record sale for Millwall, surpassing the [...]<br />
The post Brighton Agree Deal To Sign Femi Azeez appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/brighton-agree-deal-to-sign-femi-azeez/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 18:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/brighton-agree-deal-to-sign-femi-azeez/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Super Eagles Star Doubtful For AFCON 2027 Qualifiers Against Madagascar, Guinea-Bissau]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Eagles striker Umar Sadiq is doubtful for Nigeria&rsquo;s September AFCON 2027 qualifying fixtures against Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau due to a suspected hamstring injury. The 29-year-old marksman started for his club against newly promoted Deportivo La Coru&ntilde;a on Saturday, scoring his side&rsquo;s only goal in a 3&ndash;1 defeat. Read Also:Chelle Appoints Two Nigerian Assistant Coaches [...]<br />
The post Super Eagles Star Doubtful For AFCON 2027 Qualifiers Against Madagascar, Guinea-Bi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/super-eagles-star-doubtful-for-afcon-2027-qualifiers-against-madagascar-guinea-bissau/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 17:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/super-eagles-star-doubtful-for-afcon-2027-qualifiers-against-madagascar-guinea-bissau/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I’ve Plenty Of Options If Joshua Is Not Ready To Fight Me  –Fury]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former world heavyweight champion Tyson Fury has disclosed that he is ready to move on and has alternative opponents on standby for November if his long-awaited fight with Anthony Joshua falls through. Fury slammed Joshua and promoter Eddie Hearn over financial and location disputes, warning that he will look to other options if an agreement [...]<br />
The post I&rsquo;ve Plenty Of Options If Joshua Is Not Ready To Fight Me&ndash;Fury appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ive-plenty-of-options-if-joshua-is-not-ready-to-fight-me-fury/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 17:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ive-plenty-of-options-if-joshua-is-not-ready-to-fight-me-fury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Falconets Share Spoils With Korea  In Pre-World Cup Friendly]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s Falconets were held to a 1-1 draw by Korea Republic in their final friendly ahead of the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women&rsquo;s World Cup at the Remes Sports Leisure and Spa Stadium on Tuesday afternoon. Mary Mamudu put the Falconets ahead in the 29th minute, continuing her impressive form in front of goal. Mamudu had [...]<br />
The post Falconets Share Spoils With KoreaIn Pre-World Cup Friendly appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/falconets-share-spoils-with-korea-in-pre-world-cup-friendly/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 17:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/falconets-share-spoils-with-korea-in-pre-world-cup-friendly/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Super Eagles Confirm Dates For Madagascar, Guinea-Bissau AFCON 2027 Qualifiers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Eagles will begin their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign against the Barea of Madagascar, Completesports.com reports. The Matchday One encounter is scheduled to take place at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo, on Wednesday, September 23. Eric Chelle&rsquo;s side will then travel to Morocco for their second qualifying fixture against the Djurtus [...]<br />
The post Super Eagles Confirm Dates For Madagascar, Guinea-Bissau AFCON 2027 Qualifiers appeared first on Complet]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/super-eagles-confirm-dates-for-madagascar-guinea-bissau-afcon-2027-qualifiers/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 15:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/super-eagles-confirm-dates-for-madagascar-guinea-bissau-afcon-2027-qualifiers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Beckham: Messi’s Legacy Will Live Forever]]></title><description><![CDATA[England legend David Beckham has disclosed that Lionel Messi&rsquo;s legacy will live forever after he announced his retirement from international football. Beckham shared an emotional message on Instagram praising Messi as an inspiration for children worldwide who delivered the greatest gift to his country. Read Also:Done Deal: Chelsea Complete Honest Ahanor Transfer Beckham, the co-owner [...]<br />
The post Beckham: Messi&rsquo;s Legacy Will Live Forever appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/beckham-messis-legacy-will-live-forever/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 15:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/beckham-messis-legacy-will-live-forever/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Harwood-Bellis completes deadline day move to Aston Villa]]></title><description><![CDATA[Taylor Harwood-Bellis has followed Ibrahim Mbaye through the doors at Aston Villa on deadline day after his move from Southampton was confirmed on Tuesday.&nbsp;<br />
Harwood-Bellis has joined Unai Emery's side in a deal reportedly worth &pound;30m, with Villa paying a guaranteed &pound;25m transfer fee plus &pound;5m in add-ons.<br />
The 24-year-old comes in to fill the gap left by Ezri Konsa, who completed his &pound;55m switch to Premier League champions Arsenal earlier in the transfer window.&nbsp;<br />
Du]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/harwood-bellis-completes-deadline-day-move-to-aston-villa/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 14:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/harwood-bellis-completes-deadline-day-move-to-aston-villa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chelsea confirm Ahanor arrival ahead of Crystal Palace loan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Honest Ahanor has joined Chelsea from Atalanta on a pre-contract agreement that will see him move to Stamford Bridge next summer.&nbsp;<br />
The deal is understood to be worth &pound;40m (&euro;46.7m) for the 18-year-old defender, who is expected to join&nbsp;Crystal Palace on loan for the 2026-27 campaign.&nbsp;<br />
Chelsea have already loaned Axel Disasi to Pierre Sage's side, but because Ahanor&nbsp;will not join the Blues until next season, the move has been able to take place.&nbsp;<br />
Premier League r]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/chelsea-confirm-ahanor-arrival-ahead-of-crystal-palace-loan/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 14:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/chelsea-confirm-ahanor-arrival-ahead-of-crystal-palace-loan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Chelsea Complete Honest Ahanor Transfer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chelsea have announced the signing of highly-rated defender Honest Ahanor from Serie A club Atalanta, with the youngster set to officially join the Blues in 2027. The 18-year-old enjoyed an impressive campaign with Atalanta last season, making 35 appearances across all competitions in his first year in Bergamo after joining from Genoa in July 2025. [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Chelsea Complete Honest Ahanor Transfer appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-chelsea-complete-honest-ahanor-transfer/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 14:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-chelsea-complete-honest-ahanor-transfer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aston Villa announce signing of Mbaye from PSG]]></title><description><![CDATA[Aston Villa have confirmed the signing of Paris Saint-Germain forward Ibrahim Mbaye for a reported &pound;47m (&euro;54.8m) transfer fee.&nbsp;<br />
Mbaye was the subject of interest from Villa's Premier League rivals Liverpool this summer, but the 18-year-old has decided to join Unai Emery's side on deadline day.&nbsp;<br />
The Villans&nbsp;tried to pursue a move for Mbaye in January but were unable to complete a deal before returning for him in this window and finally securing his signature.&nbsp;<br />
Since]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/aston-villa-announce-signing-of-mbaye-from-psg/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 13:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/aston-villa-announce-signing-of-mbaye-from-psg/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Joshua Zirkzee looks set to stay at Manchester United on Deadline Day]]></title><description><![CDATA[Joshua Zirkzee now looks set to stay put at Manchester United following the close of Tuesday&rsquo;s summer transfer window, according the Simon Stone.<br />
While the Dutch marksman might have appeared destined to complete a move away from Old Trafford for large spells of the summer, Stone has now suggested that it is looking increasingly likely that Zirkzee remains in the red half of Manchester.<br />
Although Tuesday&rsquo;s Deadline Day clock might run until 11pm tonight, the BBC reporter has stated tha]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/joshua-zirkzee-looks-set-to-stay-at-manchester-united-on-deadline-day/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 13:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/joshua-zirkzee-looks-set-to-stay-at-manchester-united-on-deadline-day/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Serie A Club Explore Loan Deal For Otele]]></title><description><![CDATA[Serie A club Lazio are exploring a late move for Super Eagles winger Philip Otele ahead of the close of the summer transfer window. According to transfer expert Ben Jacobs, the Italian outfit have made an enquiry about the 27-year-old and are considering a loan deal that would include an option to buy. Talks are, [...]<br />
The post Serie A Club Explore Loan Deal For Otele appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/serie-a-club-explore-loan-deal-for-otele/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 12:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/serie-a-club-explore-loan-deal-for-otele/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prediction: Toulouse vs Lille]]></title><description><![CDATA[Seeking an immediate Ligue 1 response in midweek, Lille will travel to the Stadium de Toulouse on Thursday night.<br />
With another stacked schedule from across Europe&rsquo;s elite domestic leagues, there are plenty of eye-catching betting promotions available.<br />
Verdict: Over 1.5 goals<br />
Best Odds: 4/11<br />
Bookmaker:&nbsp;1xBet<br />
Toulouse<br />
Starting with the hosts, clinching a shock ninth-place finish last season and securing their most successful campaign among France&rsquo;s elite since way back in 2014, To]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prediction-toulouse-vs-lille/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 12:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prediction-toulouse-vs-lille/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘We’re only two games into the season’ – Gasperini plays down Roma’s Scudetto chances]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gian Piero Gasperini played down Roma's chances of challenging for the Serie A title this season despite making it two wins from two matches to begin their league campaign.&nbsp;<br />
Gasperini watched on as Roma produced a stunning display during their 4-0 thrashing of Lecce at&nbsp;Stadio Ettore Giardiniero on Monday, with Donyell Malen starring once again.&nbsp;<br />
Malen needed just four minutes to open the scoring before doubling his tally in the 23rd minute, with&nbsp;Matias Soule then getting hims]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/were-only-two-games-into-the-season-gasperini-plays-down-romas-scudetto-chances/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 12:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/were-only-two-games-into-the-season-gasperini-plays-down-romas-scudetto-chances/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prediction: Real Sociedad vs Celta Vigo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hoping to make it consecutive La Liga victories on Thursday night, Real Sociedad will welcome Celta Vigo the Basque Country.<br />
With a stacked midweek schedule from across Europe&rsquo;s elite domestic leagues, there are plenty of attractive betting promotions available.<br />
Verdict: Mikel Oyarzabal over 0.5 shots on target<br />
Best Odds: 2/5<br />
Bookmaker:&nbsp;BetUS<br />
Real Sociedad<br />
Starting with the hosts, while Real Sociedad might have opened up the 2026/27 campaign with consecutive La Liga defeats, Pellegrin]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prediction-real-sociedad-vs-celta-vigo/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 12:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prediction-real-sociedad-vs-celta-vigo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chelle Appoints Two Nigerian Assistants Coaches For Olympic Eagles]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Eagles Head Coach, Eric Chelle, has appointed the duo of Bright Ozebagbe and Deniran Ortega as his two assistant coaches for the Nigerian Olympic Team. Chelle who doubles as the gaffer of the Olympic Eagles, says Ortega and Bright are some of the brightest young coaches in Nigeria with very impressive profiles and he [...]<br />
The post Chelle Appoints Two Nigerian Assistants Coaches For Olympic Eagles appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/chelle-appoints-two-nigerian-assistants-coaches-for-olympic-eagles/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 11:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/chelle-appoints-two-nigerian-assistants-coaches-for-olympic-eagles/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chelle Appoints Two Nigerian Assistant Coaches For Olympic Eagles]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Eagles Head Coach, Eric Chelle, has appointed the duo of Bright Ozebagbe and Deniran Ortega as his two assistant coaches for the Nigerian Olympic Team. This was disclosed by the Special Assistant on Media, Office of the Director General, National Sports Commission (NSC), Kola Daniel on Tuesday. Chelle who doubles as the gaffer of [...]<br />
The post Chelle Appoints Two Nigerian Assistant Coaches For Olympic Eagles appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/chelle-appoints-two-nigerian-assistant-coaches-for-olympic-eagles/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 11:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/chelle-appoints-two-nigerian-assistant-coaches-for-olympic-eagles/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ndidi Launches DIIDS Lifestyle Brand, Begins New Chapter Beyond Football]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigerian international footballer Wilfred Ndidi is expanding his journey beyond the football pitch with the launch of DIIDS, a lifestyle brand created for men and women, beginning with premium everyday essentials. After years competing at the highest level of professional football, Ndidi is now putting his passion for fashion, business and entrepreneurship into building a [...]<br />
The post Ndidi Launches DIIDS Lifestyle Brand, Begins New Chapter Beyond Football appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ndidi-launches-diids-lifestyle-brand-begins-new-chapter-beyond-football/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 11:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ndidi-launches-diids-lifestyle-brand-begins-new-chapter-beyond-football/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saka: Arsenal’s ‘incredible’ defence key to victory at Aston Villa]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bukayo Saka heaped praise on Arsenal's backline after&nbsp;the Gunners' perfect start to the Premier League title defence continued at Aston Villa on Monday.&nbsp;<br />
Saka scored the only goal as Arsenal came out on top with a 1-0 victory over Unai Emery's side, following up their triumph over Coventry City on the opening day.&nbsp;<br />
Arsenal needed to wait until the 59th minute to take the lead at Villa Park, with Riccardo Calafiori's inviting cross turned into the back of the net by Saka from close]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/saka-arsenals-incredible-defence-key-to-victory-at-aston-villa/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 11:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/saka-arsenals-incredible-defence-key-to-victory-at-aston-villa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Getting Back On A Bike After Years Away: Why The First Month Matters More Than Speed]]></title><description><![CDATA[The first ride after a long break rarely looks impressive. The saddle feels unfamiliar, a gentle hill seems steeper than remembered, and the distance that sounded easy on paper suddenly feels ambitious. That experience stops many adults before cycling has a chance to become part of their routine. They assume they are too unfit, too [...]<br />
The post Getting Back On A Bike After Years Away: Why The First Month Matters More Than Speed appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/getting-back-on-a-bike-after-years-away-why-the-first-month-matters-more-than-speed/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 11:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/getting-back-on-a-bike-after-years-away-why-the-first-month-matters-more-than-speed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Warning That Sacked NFF Officials Ignored: Full Text Of Speech By Shehu Dikko…..]]></title><description><![CDATA[The executive committee of the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF,&nbsp; led by Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau might not have been compelled by the Federal Government to resign if only they had heeded a call by the Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Mallam Shehu Dikko, to embark on a comprehensive reform of Nigerian football. Dikko [...]<br />
The post The Warning That Sacked NFF Officials Ignored: Full Text Of Speech By Shehu Dikko&hellip;.. appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/the-warning-that-sacked-nff-officials-ignored-full-text-of-speech-by-shehu-dikko/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 10:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/the-warning-that-sacked-nff-officials-ignored-full-text-of-speech-by-shehu-dikko/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What Does A Skincare Manufacturer Handle Before Products Reach The Shelf?]]></title><description><![CDATA[A finished skincare product may look simple on a store shelf. It has a formula, a container, a label, and a clear purpose. Behind that finished product, though, is a series of manufacturing steps that must happen in the right order. A skincare manufacturer may be involved in formula preparation, ingredient handling, batch production, filling, [...]<br />
The post What Does A Skincare Manufacturer Handle Before Products Reach The Shelf? appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/what-does-a-skincare-manufacturer-handle-before-products-reach-the-shelf/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 10:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/what-does-a-skincare-manufacturer-handle-before-products-reach-the-shelf/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Milan seal Hutchinson loan after losing Leao]]></title><description><![CDATA[Milan have signed Omari Hutchinson from Nottingham Forest in a loan-to-buy deal.<br />
Hutchinson, who only joined Forest from Ipswich Town for &pound;37.5m last year, will head to San Siro on an initial 12-month deal, which&nbsp;the Rossoneri can make permanent next summer.<br />
The winger &ndash; a graduate of Chelsea's academy &ndash; struggled for regular gametime at the City Ground, only starting 17 Premier League games in 2025-26 and scoring one goal.<br />
He now joins a Milan side that sanctioned the sal]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/milan-seal-hutchinson-loan-after-losing-leao/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 10:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/milan-seal-hutchinson-loan-after-losing-leao/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Flick lauds ‘world-class’ Raphinha display in Barcelona’s win over Rayo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hansi Flick described Raphinha's display in Barcelona's 5-2 win over Rayo Vallecano as "world-class" as the Blaugrana's&nbsp;perfect start to their LaLiga title defence continued.&nbsp;<br />
Raphinha made it five goals in three league games this season with a brace at&nbsp;Camp Nou on Monday, with Barcelona level on points with Real Madrid at the summit.&nbsp;<br />
Sergio Camello had given Rayo a 12th-minute lead before Raphinha levelled things up seven minutes later with a brilliant run and finish into t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/flick-lauds-world-class-raphinha-display-in-barcelonas-win-over-rayo/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 10:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/flick-lauds-world-class-raphinha-display-in-barcelonas-win-over-rayo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[US Open: “You Have To Earn The Win”  –Alcaraz Reacts To Djokovic’s Shock Exit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spanish tennis star Carlos Alcaraz has disclosed that Novak Djokovic&rsquo;s shock first-round exit at the US Open is a big surprise. After winning his own opening match against Roman Safiullin at Flushing Meadows, Alcaraz admitted he stayed up to watch the fifth set of Djokovic&rsquo;s historic defeat to Mariano Navone. Read Also:&lsquo;It&rsquo;s Not Ideal&rsquo; &ndash;Venus [...]<br />
The post US Open: &ldquo;You Have To Earn The Win&rdquo;&ndash;Alcaraz Reacts To Djokovic&rsquo;s Shock Exit appe]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/us-open-you-have-to-earn-the-win-alcaraz-reacts-to-djokovics-shock-exit/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 09:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/us-open-you-have-to-earn-the-win-alcaraz-reacts-to-djokovics-shock-exit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[It’s A Bad Idea   —Udeze Rejects Martins’ Choice Of Seyi Tinubu As NFF President]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ifeanyi Udeze has rubbished his former Super Eagles teammate Obafemi Martins&rsquo; choice of Seyi Tinubu as Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) president. Speaking as a guest on his former Super Eagles teammate John Obi Mikel&rsquo;s ObiOne Podcast, Martins explained that the administration of the sport needs a capable young person who understands the football system and [...]<br />
The post It&rsquo;s A Bad Idea &mdash;Udeze Rejects Martins&rsquo; Choice Of Seyi Tinubu As NFF President appeared first]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/its-a-bad-idea-udeze-rejects-martins-choice-of-seyi-tinubu-as-nff-president/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 08:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/its-a-bad-idea-udeze-rejects-martins-choice-of-seyi-tinubu-as-nff-president/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Friendly: Ikpeme Charges Falconets To Go  For Victory Against Korea Republic]]></title><description><![CDATA[Acting General Secretary of the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, Dr Emmanuel Ikpeme, has urged the Falconets to maintain their winning mentality when they face Korea Republic in a friendly on Tuesday (today). The Falconets will take on the Asian side in their final warm-up match at the Remes Sports Leisure and Spa Stadium ahead of [...]<br />
The post Friendly: Ikpeme Charges Falconets To GoFor Victory Against Korea Republic appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/friendly-ikpeme-charges-falconets-to-go-for-victory-against-korea-republic/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 08:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/friendly-ikpeme-charges-falconets-to-go-for-victory-against-korea-republic/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Como Reach Verbal Agreement Over Loan Deal For Sanchez]]></title><description><![CDATA[Como have reportedly reached a verbal agreement to sign Chelsea goalkeeper Robert Sanchez on loan, after Emiliano Martinez came to Stamford Bridge. According to Football Italia, multiple sources including Fabrizio Romano, The Athletic, and Sky Sport Italia transfer expert Gianluca Di Marzio confirm that the deal has been secured. It is expected to be a [...]<br />
The post Como Reach Verbal Agreement Over Loan Deal For Sanchez appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/como-reach-verbal-agreement-over-loan-deal-for-sanchez/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 07:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/como-reach-verbal-agreement-over-loan-deal-for-sanchez/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Nigerian Youngster Signs For Swedish Club AIK]]></title><description><![CDATA[Swedish club AIK have announced the signing of Nigerian youngster David Oluwaseyi Oludase from Ikon Allah Football Academy. The 18-year-old has signed a contract with the Stockholm-based club that will run until December 31, 2029. Oludase will initially link up with AIK&rsquo;s academy side, with the talented winger expected to work his way into the [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Nigerian Youngster Signs For Swedish Club AIK appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-nigerian-youngster-signs-for-swedish-club-aik/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 06:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-nigerian-youngster-signs-for-swedish-club-aik/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘Massive Win’  –Arteta Reacts To Arsenal’s Win Against Aston Villa]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has described Arsenal&rsquo;s 1-0 victory over Aston Villa at Villa Park as a massive win fueled by the lingering pain of last season&rsquo;s defeat at the same venue. Recall that Bukayo Saka scored the decisive goal in the 59th minute from close range after a cutback from Riccardo Calafiori. Read Also:EPL: [...]<br />
The post &lsquo;Massive Win&rsquo;&ndash;Arteta Reacts To Arsenal&rsquo;s Win Against Aston Villa appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/massive-win-arteta-reacts-to-arsenals-win-against-aston-villa/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 06:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/massive-win-arteta-reacts-to-arsenals-win-against-aston-villa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EPL: Saka’s Strike Earns Arsenal Hard-Fought Win At Aston  Villa]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bukayo Saka&rsquo;s second-half goal proved the difference as Arsenal overcame a stubborn Aston Villa side in a close encounter at Villa Park, espn.co.uk reports The England international fired home from close range near the hour mark after neat interplay between Eberechi Eze and Riccardo Calafiori broke through a stubborn Villa defence. The result means the [...]<br />
The post EPL: Saka&rsquo;s Strike Earns Arsenal Hard-Fought Win At AstonVilla appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/epl-sakas-strike-earns-arsenal-hard-fought-win-at-aston-villa/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 23:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/epl-sakas-strike-earns-arsenal-hard-fought-win-at-aston-villa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Greece: Dessers On Target in Panathinaikos Win At  Levadiakos]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cyriel Dessers was on target as Panathinaikos secured a 2-1 away victory over Levadiakos in a Greek Super League encounter on Monday night. Panathinaikos made a flying start to the contest, taking the lead after just three minutes when Giannis Kosti inadvertently turned the ball into his own net. Levadiakos&rsquo; task became more difficult around [...]<br />
The post Greece: Dessers On Target in Panathinaikos Win AtLevadiakos appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/greece-dessers-on-target-in-panathinaikos-win-at-levadiakos/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 22:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/greece-dessers-on-target-in-panathinaikos-win-at-levadiakos/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFU B U-17 Championship: Golden Eaglets Step Up Preparations In Abuja]]></title><description><![CDATA[Five-time world champions, the Golden Eaglets of Nigeria, continued their preparations for the 2026 WAFU B U-17 Championship with two friendly matches in Abuja on Saturday. The Nigerian youngsters recorded an emphatic 4-0 victory over Simonben Academy of Kaduna in their first game at the FIFA Goal Project pitch inside the MKO Abiola National Stadium. [...]<br />
The post WAFU B U-17 Championship: Golden Eaglets Step Up Preparations In Abuja appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafu-b-u-17-championship-golden-eaglets-step-up-preparations-in-abuja/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 21:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafu-b-u-17-championship-golden-eaglets-step-up-preparations-in-abuja/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘It’s Not Ideal’  –Venus Calls Out Extremely Late US Open Start]]></title><description><![CDATA[Veteran tennis star Venus Williams has called her record-setting 12:13 a.m. start time at the US Open not ideal after losing her first-round match to Sofia Kenin in the early hours of Monday morning. Williams and Kenin had to wait for a nearly five-hour, five-set marathon between Novak Djokovic and Mariano Navone on Arthur Ashe [...]<br />
The post &lsquo;It&rsquo;s Not Ideal&rsquo;&ndash;Venus Calls Out Extremely Late US Open Start appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/its-not-ideal-venus-calls-out-extremely-late-us-open-start/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 20:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/its-not-ideal-venus-calls-out-extremely-late-us-open-start/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Martins: Osimhen Needs Strong Competition In Eagles]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Nigerian international Obafemi Martins has disclosed that the Super Eagles need to develop another top striker to give Victor Osimhen direct competition, just as he had to fight for his place against Yakubu Aiyegbeni during his playing days. Speaking on The Obi One Podcast, Martins noted that the team rely too heavily on Osimhen [...]<br />
The post Martins: Osimhen Needs Strong Competition In Eagles appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/martins-osimhen-needs-strong-competition-in-eagles/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 20:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/martins-osimhen-needs-strong-competition-in-eagles/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Messi Announces Retirement From International Football]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina star Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from international football, following the team&rsquo;s defeat to Spain in the 2026 World Cup final. Messi shared a handwritten note on his Instagram Page confirming his departure from international duty. He revealed he initially wrote the letter on June 21, two days after the World Cup final, [...]<br />
The post Messi Announces Retirement From International Football appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/messi-announces-retirement-from-international-football/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 18:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/messi-announces-retirement-from-international-football/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saudi Club Al-Qadsiah Set To Sign Former Flying Eagles Winger]]></title><description><![CDATA[Saudi Pro League club Al-Qadsiah are closing in on the signing of Nigerian winger Sani Suleiman from Bundesliga side RB Leipzig. According to transfer expert Rudi Galetti, Al-Qadsiah have reached a full agreement with Leipzig over a deal worth between &euro;9m and &euro;10m, including bonuses. Negotiations over personal terms are still ongoing with Suleiman, but [...]<br />
The post Saudi Club Al-Qadsiah Set To Sign Former Flying Eagles Winger appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/saudi-club-al-qadsiah-set-to-sign-former-flying-eagles-winger/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 17:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/saudi-club-al-qadsiah-set-to-sign-former-flying-eagles-winger/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I’m Learning A Lot From Simeone  –Lookman]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Eagles winger Ademola Lookman has disclosed that he is learning a great deal and ready to embrace new tactical demands under Atl&eacute;tico Madrid manager Diego Simeone. Recall that Simeone publicly apologized to Lookman for deploying him out of position as a center-forward during the opening matches of the 2026/27 La Liga season against M&aacute;laga [...]<br />
The post I&rsquo;m Learning A Lot From Simeone&ndash;Lookman appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/im-learning-a-lot-from-simeone-lookman/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 17:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/im-learning-a-lot-from-simeone-lookman/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gabriel Jesus Arrives In Barcelona To Complete Transfer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal striker Gabriel Jesus arrived in Barcelona on Monday ahead of completing a &euro;10 million ($11.6m) transfer to the Spanish champions, ESPN reports. Jesus, 29, will undergo a medical in the coming hours before signing a two-year contract with the Catalan club. Premier League champions Arsenal will receive an initial &euro;10m for Jesus, who had [...]<br />
The post Gabriel Jesus Arrives In Barcelona To Complete Transfer appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/gabriel-jesus-arrives-in-barcelona-to-complete-transfer/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 17:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/gabriel-jesus-arrives-in-barcelona-to-complete-transfer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Euromatch NPFL: Returnee Obasogie To Resume Bendel Insurance Action After Paperwork Delay]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bendel Insurance assistant coach, Jolomi Atune, has disclosed that returnee Super Eagles goalkeeper Amas Obasogie was unable to make his return debut against Warri Wolves on Sunday, 30 August, because work on his transfer papers had not yet been completed, Completesports.com reports. Obasogie was part of the Super Eagles&rsquo; bronze medal-winning squad at the 2025 [...]<br />
The post Euromatch NPFL: Returnee Obasogie To Resume Bendel Insurance Action After Paperwork Delay appeared first on Complete]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/euromatch-npfl-returnee-obasogie-to-resume-bendel-insurance-action-after-paperwork-delay/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 17:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/euromatch-npfl-returnee-obasogie-to-resume-bendel-insurance-action-after-paperwork-delay/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Liverpool Sign Barcola From PSG]]></title><description><![CDATA[Liverpool have completed the signing of French forward Bradley Barcola from Paris Saint-Germain. Barcola has put pen to paper on a long-term contract with the Premier League giants after completing his move to Anfield. The France international will wear the No.29 shirt for the Reds. Barcola arrives at Liverpool following his spell with Paris Saint-Germain, [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Liverpool Sign Barcola From PSG appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-liverpool-sign-barcola-from-psg/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 16:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-liverpool-sign-barcola-from-psg/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Best Solutions For Sportsbook Operators In 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[Picking a sportsbook provider is not an easy task. It shapes how fast you launch, how much you can customize, and whether the platform works well when traffic climbs during peak events. Get it right, and the platform grows with your audience. Get it wrong, and it struggles to keep up. In this article, we&rsquo;ve [...]<br />
The post Best Solutions For Sportsbook Operators In 2026 appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/best-solutions-for-sportsbook-operators-in-2026/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 16:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/best-solutions-for-sportsbook-operators-in-2026/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 133: Who Should Replace Justin Madugu As Super Falcons Coach]]></title><description><![CDATA[Following the dismissal of Justin Madugu as the Super Falcons manager, the Nigeria Football Federation will need to make a decision that goes beyond simply finding a replacement. The next coach must understand Nigerian football, manage a talented squad, compete at the highest level and, most importantly, build on the Super Falcons&rsquo; ambitions on the [...]<br />
The post SPORTS PLANET Podcast&hellip;EPISODE 133: Who Should Replace Justin Madugu As Super Falcons Coach appeared first on Complete Spo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sports-planet-podcastepisode-133-who-should-replace-justin-madugu-as-super-falcons-coach/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 15:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sports-planet-podcastepisode-133-who-should-replace-justin-madugu-as-super-falcons-coach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EuroMatch NPFL: Ogunbote Reveals Why Plateau United Lost To Rivers United]]></title><description><![CDATA[Plateau United technical adviser Gbenga Ogunbote has reflected on his side&rsquo;s 2-0 away defeat to Rivers United in their opening game of the 2026/27 EuroMatch Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, season. The Peace Boys suffered the defeat at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium, Port Harcourt, on Sunday, with Abdulrasheed Dabai and Wasiu Falolu scoring for the [...]<br />
The post EuroMatch NPFL: Ogunbote Reveals Why Plateau United Lost To Rivers United appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/euromatch-npfl-ogunbote-reveals-why-plateau-united-lost-to-rivers-united/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 15:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/euromatch-npfl-ogunbote-reveals-why-plateau-united-lost-to-rivers-united/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-Super Eagles Star Backs Seyi Tinubu To Become NFF President]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Super Eagles striker Obafemi Martins has backed Seyi Tinubu, son of Nigeria President Bola Tinubu, to head the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF). Martins stated this amid a leadership crisis in Nigerian football, which led to the resignation of Ibrahim Musa Gusau resigned along with the general secretary and other executive committee members. The resignations [...]<br />
The post Ex-Super Eagles Star Backs Seyi Tinubu To Become NFF President appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ex-super-eagles-star-backs-seyi-tinubu-to-become-nff-president/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 15:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ex-super-eagles-star-backs-seyi-tinubu-to-become-nff-president/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[It’s Time For Fernandez To Go   —Chelsea Legend]]></title><description><![CDATA[Frank Leboeuf claims that &lsquo;nobody&rsquo; wants Enzo Fernandez at Chelsea and has urged Xabi Alonso to sell the Argentina international before transfer deadline day. Fernandez&rsquo;s future at Stamford Bridge has been uncertain for many months after the midfielder publicly shared his ambition to play for Real Madrid one day. The sacking of Enzo Maresca and [...]<br />
The post It&rsquo;s Time For Fernandez To Go &mdash;Chelsea Legend appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/its-time-for-fernandez-to-go-chelsea-legend/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 14:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/its-time-for-fernandez-to-go-chelsea-legend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Euromatch NPFL 2026/27: Kun Khalifat Coach Uzoho Targets Better Season Finish]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kun Khalifat Technical Adviser, Obinna Uzoho, has revealed that there was nothing particularly special about his team&rsquo;s goalless draw against Abia Warriors in Sunday&rsquo;s 2026/2027 Euromatch NPFL Matchday One fixture at the Enyimba Stadium, Aba, Completesports.com reports. The match was stopped in the 73rd minute after a heavy downpour rendered the pitch unsuitable for the [...]<br />
The post Euromatch NPFL 2026/27: Kun Khalifat Coach Uzoho Targets Better Season Finish appeared first on Comp]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/euromatch-npfl-202627-kun-khalifat-coach-uzoho-targets-better-season-finish/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 14:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/euromatch-npfl-202627-kun-khalifat-coach-uzoho-targets-better-season-finish/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Does Yono Games Fit Into The Changing Mobile Gaming Experience?]]></title><description><![CDATA[There is a familiar moment for sports fans that rarely gets mentioned when people talk about gaming. A match has just finished, the next fixture is still hours away, and there is not really enough time&mdash;or energy&mdash;for another long activity. You check the score, read a few updates, watch a highlight and, at some point, [...]<br />
The post How Does Yono Games Fit Into The Changing Mobile Gaming Experience? appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/how-does-yono-games-fit-into-the-changing-mobile-gaming-experience/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 14:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/how-does-yono-games-fit-into-the-changing-mobile-gaming-experience/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Does 3patti Match The Fast-Paced Rhythm Of Modern Mobile Play?]]></title><description><![CDATA[A dedicated sports fan can happily spend two hours watching a close, gripping match and still wonder where the evening went. Yet that same person might have only eight minutes before work, ten minutes while waiting in a parked car, or a short gap between two fixtures. What happens during those awkward little windows? The [...]<br />
The post How Does 3patti Match The Fast-Paced Rhythm Of Modern Mobile Play? appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/how-does-3patti-match-the-fast-paced-rhythm-of-modern-mobile-play/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 14:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/how-does-3patti-match-the-fast-paced-rhythm-of-modern-mobile-play/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Euromatch NPFL: Finidi Delighted After Rivers United Show Improved Scoring, Defending]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rivers United Technical Manager, Finidi George, has expressed delight over his side&rsquo;s 2-0 thumping of Plateau United in Sunday&rsquo;s 2026/2027 Euromatch NPFL Matchday One clash at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium, Omagwa, near Port Harcourt, Completesports.com reports. Finidi On Rivers United&rsquo;s Improved Performance Finidi, a former Nigeria and Ajax Amsterdam winger, told reporters at a post-match [...]<br />
The post Euromatch NPFL: Finidi Delighted After Rivers United Show Improved Scorin]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/euromatch-npfl-finidi-delighted-after-rivers-united-show-improved-scoring-defending/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/euromatch-npfl-finidi-delighted-after-rivers-united-show-improved-scoring-defending/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EuroMatch NPFL: Mangut Bemoans Nasarawa United’s Unlucky Defeat To Barau FC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nasarawa United head coach Mbwas Mangut has expressed disappointment following his side&rsquo;s 3-1 defeat to Barau FC, reports Completesports.com. The Solid Miners endured a difficult start to their 2026/27 EuroMatch Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, campaign after going down at the Sani Abacha Stadium, Kano, on Sunday evening. Barau FC made a bright start to [...]<br />
The post EuroMatch NPFL: Mangut Bemoans Nasarawa United&rsquo;s Unlucky Defeat To Barau FC appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/euromatch-npfl-mangut-bemoans-nasarawa-uniteds-unlucky-defeat-to-barau-fc/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/euromatch-npfl-mangut-bemoans-nasarawa-uniteds-unlucky-defeat-to-barau-fc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Euromatch NPFL: Abdallah Explains Warri Wolves’ Defeat To Bendel Insurance, Defends Youthful Line-Up]]></title><description><![CDATA[Warri Wolves Head Coach, Hassan Abdallah, has explained why the Seasiders fell 2-1 to Bendel Insurance in Sunday&rsquo;s 2026/27 Euromatch NPFL Matchday 1 fixture at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, Benin City, Completesports.com reports. Abdallah Identifies Defensive Lapses Abdallah said after the gritty clash that his defenders did not quite perform as expected. He pointed to [...]<br />
The post Euromatch NPFL: Abdallah Explains Warri Wolves&rsquo; Defeat To Bendel Insurance, Defends Youthful Line-Up]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/euromatch-npfl-abdallah-explains-warri-wolves-defeat-to-bendel-insurance-defends-youthful-line-up/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 11:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/euromatch-npfl-abdallah-explains-warri-wolves-defeat-to-bendel-insurance-defends-youthful-line-up/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Djokovic: Why I Crashed Out Of US Open]]></title><description><![CDATA[Serbian tennis star Novak Djokovic has disclosed that severe physical collapse, recurrent vomiting, and back and shoulder pain caused his shocking first-round exit at the US Open against Mariano Navone. Djokovic stated he suffered from violent vomiting and nausea on the court, a serious issue that has impacted him during matches throughout the season. He [...]<br />
The post Djokovic: Why I Crashed Out Of US Open appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/djokovic-why-i-crashed-out-of-us-open/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 09:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/djokovic-why-i-crashed-out-of-us-open/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Djokovic Explains Dismal US Open Performance]]></title><description><![CDATA[Serbian tennis star Novak Djokovic has disclosed that severe physical collapse, recurrent vomiting, and back and shoulder pain caused his shocking first-round exit at the US Open against Mariano Navone. Djokovic stated he suffered from violent vomiting and nausea on the court, a serious issue that has impacted him during matches throughout the season. He [...]<br />
The post Djokovic Explains Dismal US Open Performance appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/djokovic-explains-dismal-us-open-performance/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 09:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/djokovic-explains-dismal-us-open-performance/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chelsea In Advanced Talks To Sign Monaco Midfielder As Fernandez Replacement]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chelsea are in advanced talks to sign Monaco midfielder Lamine Camara, talkSPORT reports. Camara will serve as a replacement for the Manchester City-bound Enzo Fernandez should the Blues get a deal done. The 22-year-old is available for between &pound;50million and &pound;60m this summer, with Chelsea expecting to receive at least double that for Fernandez. He [...]<br />
The post Chelsea In Advanced Talks To Sign Monaco Midfielder As Fernandez Replacement appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/chelsea-in-advanced-talks-to-sign-monaco-midfielder-as-fernandez-replacement/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 09:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/chelsea-in-advanced-talks-to-sign-monaco-midfielder-as-fernandez-replacement/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ejuke Is Important In My Plans  –Sevilla Coach]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sevilla head coach Luis Garc&iacute;a Plaza has clarified that Super Eagles midfielder Chidera Ejuke remains part of his plans as an impactful option who brings unpredictability and dribbling to the team&rsquo;s attack. Ejuke was close to leaving and left off parts of pre-season amid transfer interest but stayed after moves fell through. Garc&iacute;a Plaza integrated [...]<br />
The post Ejuke Is Important In My Plans&ndash;Sevilla Coach appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ejuke-is-important-in-my-plans-sevilla-coach/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 09:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ejuke-is-important-in-my-plans-sevilla-coach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NPFL: Deutcsh Takes Positives From Enyimba Defeat To Niger Tornadoes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Enyimba head coach Emmanuel Deutcsh has praised his players for their fighting spirit despite Sunday&rsquo;s 2-1 defeat to Niger Tornadoes. The nine-time Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL , champions endured a disappointing start to the new season at the Bako Kontagora Stadium in Minna. Aliyu Goyi gave Niger Tornadoes the lead from the penalty spot [...]<br />
The post NPFL: Deutcsh Takes Positives From Enyimba Defeat To Niger Tornadoes appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-deutcsh-takes-positives-from-enyimba-defeat-to-niger-tornadoes/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 09:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-deutcsh-takes-positives-from-enyimba-defeat-to-niger-tornadoes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Van Dijk: I Want Gakpo To Remain With Liverpool]]></title><description><![CDATA[Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has disclosed that he wants Cody Gakpo to stay at Anfield amid interest from Manchester City Following Liverpool&rsquo;s 2-2 draw against Nottingham Forest, Van Dijk addressed the transfer speculation surrounding his club and international teammate. Read Also:Brighton Intensify Interest In Femi Azeez &ldquo;What do you think? He&rsquo;s a quality player. [...]<br />
The post Van Dijk: I Want Gakpo To Remain With Liverpool appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/van-dijk-i-want-gakpo-to-remain-with-liverpool/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 07:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/van-dijk-i-want-gakpo-to-remain-with-liverpool/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[La Liga: Sadiq On Target In Valencia Loss To Deportivo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Eagles striker Umar Sadiq was on target as Valencia lost 3-1 to Deportivo La Coruna in Sunday&rsquo;s La Liga game. The Nigerian international, who was making his third appearance for Valencia, was outstanding against Deportivo despite their loss. Read Also:Eredivisie: Arokodare Scores In Third Game Running As Ajax Cruise To Big Away Wi He [...]<br />
The post La Liga: Sadiq On Target In Valencia Loss To Deportivo appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/la-liga-sadiq-on-target-in-valencia-loss-to-deportivo/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 07:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/la-liga-sadiq-on-target-in-valencia-loss-to-deportivo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alonso Gives Thoughts On Martinez’s Chelsea Debut]]></title><description><![CDATA[Xabi Alonso was happy with the impact Emi Martinez made on his Chelsea debut and believes the goalkeeper&rsquo;s &lsquo;aura to influence&rsquo; will help the Blues throughout the season. The Argentine international&rsquo;s arrival from Aston Villa was confirmed this (Sunday) morning. Martinez signed a three-year contract at Stamford Bridge and went straight into our starting XI [...]<br />
The post Alonso Gives Thoughts On Martinez&rsquo;s Chelsea Debut appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/alonso-gives-thoughts-on-martinezs-chelsea-debut/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 07:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/alonso-gives-thoughts-on-martinezs-chelsea-debut/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brighton Intensify Interest In Femi Azeez]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brighton are stepping up their efforts to sign Millwall winger Femi Azeez before the close of the current transfer window, Completesports.com reports. Azeez has been strongly linked with a move away from Millwall following an impressive campaign in the Sky Bet Championship last season. The 25-year-old scored 11 goals and provided seven assists in 37 [...]<br />
The post Brighton Intensify Interest In Femi Azeez appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/brighton-intensify-interest-in-femi-azeez/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 07:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/brighton-intensify-interest-in-femi-azeez/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Flick not concerned by Yamal’s slow start, says Rodri ready to start for Barca]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hansi Flick is not concerned about Lamine Yamal's failure to start the season quickly and has revealed Rodri could make his first start for Barcelona against Rayo Vallecano.<br />
Having started their LaLiga title defence with back-to-back victories over Elche and Athletic Club, Barca welcome Rayo to Camp Nou on Monday.<br />
Raphinha and Fermin Lopez have each scored three goals in LaLiga already this season, with Karim Adeyemi the other Barca player to find the net in the competition.<br />
Yamal, by contrast,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/flick-not-concerned-by-yamals-slow-start-says-rodri-ready-to-start-for-barca/</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 23:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/flick-not-concerned-by-yamals-slow-start-says-rodri-ready-to-start-for-barca/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fernandes: Man Utd need to be hungry to score more goals]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bruno Fernandes declared Manchester United "need to be hungry to score more goals" after they picked up their first win of the season against Ipswich Town.<br />
After suffering a shock defeat to Hull City to start their campaign, United bounced back with a thumping 5-2 comeback win over Ipswich, with Fernandes netting a hat-trick.<br />
Leif Davies had broken the deadlock for the visitors, but Fernandes cancelled it out before the break, and a Jacob Greaves own goal gave United the lead early in the second]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/fernandes-man-utd-need-to-be-hungry-to-score-more-goals/</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 22:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/fernandes-man-utd-need-to-be-hungry-to-score-more-goals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dortmund’s Konstantelias out for ‘several months’ with ACL tear]]></title><description><![CDATA[Giannis Konstantelias will miss "several months" of the season with a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), Borussia Dortmund have confirmed.<br />
Greece international Konstantelias made a goalscoring debut for Dortmund as they overcame Hamburg 2-0 in their Bundesliga opener on Saturday.<br />
The 23-year-old, who was a &euro;30m&nbsp;arrival from PAOK in the close season, went down with a left knee injury and was replaced by Marcel Sabitzer in the 54th minute.<br />
Dortmund revealed on Sunday that Konstanteli]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/dortmunds-konstantelias-out-for-several-months-with-acl-tear/</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 22:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/dortmunds-konstantelias-out-for-several-months-with-acl-tear/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘It is a process for us’ – Le Bris preaches patience after victory over Fulham]]></title><description><![CDATA[Regis Le Bris has called for patience following Sunderland's 1-0 win over Fulham at the Stadium of Light, reinforcing that the club have&nbsp;big ambitions but require "a process"&nbsp;to find consistency.&nbsp;<br />
The Black Cats earned their first win of the season on Sunday, with substitute Wilson Isidor coming off the bench to seal the result with a well-taken strike in the 75th minute.&nbsp;<br />
The victory marked Sunderland's first over Fulham since December 2017 &ndash; a 1-0 win at the Stadium o]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/it-is-a-process-for-us-le-bris-preaches-patience-after-victory-over-fulham/</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 21:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/it-is-a-process-for-us-le-bris-preaches-patience-after-victory-over-fulham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ligue 1: Simon Subbed Off As Paris FC Thrash Nice]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Eagles winger Moses Simon was in action as Paris FC thrashed Nice 3-0 in Sunday&rsquo;s Ligue 1 game. The Nigerian international, who was making his second appearance for the Paris Club, had a brilliant performance for the host. Read Also:Eredivisie: Arokodare Scores In Third Game Running As Ajax Cruise To Big Away Win He [...]<br />
The post Ligue 1: Simon Subbed Off As Paris FC Thrash Nice appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ligue-1-simon-subbed-off-as-paris-fc-thrash-nice/</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 20:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ligue-1-simon-subbed-off-as-paris-fc-thrash-nice/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NPFL: Rangers Begin Title Defence With Draw, Tornadoes Shock Enyimba]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rangers began the defence of their Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, title with a dramatic 1-1 draw against Katsina United. Katsina United looked set to claim maximum points after Luis Dadong opened the scoring seven minutes before the break. The Flying Antelopes, however, rescued a point deep into stoppage time through Chibueze Oputa. Nine-time champions [...]<br />
The post NPFL: Rangers Begin Title Defence With Draw, Tornadoes Shock Enyimba appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-rangers-begin-title-defence-with-draw-tornadoes-shock-enyimba/</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 20:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-rangers-begin-title-defence-with-draw-tornadoes-shock-enyimba/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eredivisie: Arokodare Scores In Third Game Running As Ajax Cruise To Big Away Win]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tolu Arokodare continued his impressive scoring run, as he was on target in Ajax 4-0 win against Telstar in the Dutch Eredivisie on Sunday. It was Arokodare&rsquo;s first goal in the Dutch league and has now scored in three straight matches. Also the Nigeria international has scored four goals (one in the league, three in [...]<br />
The post Eredivisie: Arokodare Scores In Third Game Running As Ajax Cruise To Big Away Win appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/eredivisie-arokodare-scores-in-third-game-running-as-ajax-cruise-to-big-away-win/</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 19:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/eredivisie-arokodare-scores-in-third-game-running-as-ajax-cruise-to-big-away-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Watkins swaps Aston Villa for Al-Hilal in £50m deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ollie Watkins has completed his move to Al-Hilal for a reported &pound;50m fee from Aston Villa.<br />
The length of Watkins' deal has not been revealed, but Villa confirmed he has made a permanent move away from the Europa League champions.<br />
The England international joined Villa in 2020, and made 278 appearances in all competitions, netting 108 goals in that time.<br />
Watkins hit double figures in each of his six seasons with Villa and departs as the club's all-time leading Premier League goalscorer, hav]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/watkins-swaps-aston-villa-for-al-hilal-in-50m-deal/</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 19:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/watkins-swaps-aston-villa-for-al-hilal-in-50m-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leeds’ adaptability in Brentford draw thrills Farke]]></title><description><![CDATA[Daniel Farke lauded Leeds United's adaptability after they recovered from a poor first half to secure a 1-1 draw against Brentford at Elland Road.<br />
Leeds struggled to cope with Brentford in the opening period on Sunday and were fortunate they only went into half-time down 1-0 after Kevin Schade's delightful finish gave the Bees a deserved lead.<br />
Farke switched to a 4-3-3 for the second half and then changed his shape again when he sent on Daniel James and Lukas Nmecha, with the latter going on to]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/leeds-adaptability-in-brentford-draw-thrills-farke/</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 19:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/leeds-adaptability-in-brentford-draw-thrills-farke/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Super Falcons Defender Joins Aston Villa]]></title><description><![CDATA[Aston Villa Women have completed the signing of Super Falcons defender Rofiat Imuran on a permanent deal. Imuran becomes Villa&rsquo;s ninth signing of the summer transfer window as the club continue to strengthen their squad ahead of the new season. The 22-year-old left-back joins Natalia Arroyo&rsquo;s side from London City Lionesses. Imuran began her professional [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Super Falcons Defender Joins Aston Villa appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-super-falcons-defender-joins-aston-villa/</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 19:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-super-falcons-defender-joins-aston-villa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EPL: Yohanna Missing As Chelsea Maintain Winning Record, Edge Brighton In Seven-Goal Thriller]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigerian teenage winger Zadok Yohanna was missing in action as Chelsea maintained a perfect start to this season&rsquo;s Premier League after overcoming Brighton 4-3 in an entertaining game at Stamford Bridge. Yohanna, who featured for Brighton in the team&rsquo;s 4-0 win over Aston Villa last weekend, was omitted from the match squad against Chelsea. The [...]<br />
The post EPL: Yohanna Missing As Chelsea Maintain Winning Record, Edge Brighton In Seven-Goal Thriller appeared first on Complete Sports]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/epl-yohanna-missing-as-chelsea-maintain-winning-record-edge-brighton-in-seven-goal-thriller/</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 18:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/epl-yohanna-missing-as-chelsea-maintain-winning-record-edge-brighton-in-seven-goal-thriller/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rangers signed Shankland for big moments, says McInnes after first league win]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rangers boss Derek McInnes felt his team finally got what they deserved as he hailed Lawrence Shankland's impact in the big moments.<br />
It has been a troublesome start to life as Rangers boss for McInnes, whose team crashed out of the Conference League qualifying play-offs in midweek.<br />
However, Rangers bounced back at&nbsp;Pittodrie Stadium on Sunday, with Shankland converting a 69th-minute penalty to seal a 1-0 win over Aberdeen.<br />
It marked Rangers' first Scottish Premiership win of the campaign, an]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/rangers-signed-shankland-for-big-moments-says-mcinnes-after-first-league-win/</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 18:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/rangers-signed-shankland-for-big-moments-says-mcinnes-after-first-league-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Martinez knows Chelsea ‘need to bring the goals down’ quickly]]></title><description><![CDATA[Emiliano Martinez acknowledged he has work to do with Chelsea's defence to help them stop conceding so many goals.<br />
Chelsea signed Martinez from Aston Villa for a reported &pound;7.5 million and he made his debut in a 4-3 victory over Brighton at Stamford Bridge on Saturday.<br />
Xabi Alonso's side stormed into a three-goal lead thanks to Romeo Lavia, Pedro Neto and Joao Pedro, but Malick Yalcouye pulled one back before Joao Pedro's own goal set up a tense final 30 minutes.<br />
Cole Palmer gave Chelsea a]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/martinez-knows-chelsea-need-to-bring-the-goals-down-quickly/</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 18:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/martinez-knows-chelsea-need-to-bring-the-goals-down-quickly/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Coventry sign young defender Mfuni on loan from Man City]]></title><description><![CDATA[Coventry City have brought in young defender Stephen Mfuni on a season-long loan from Manchester City.<br />
Mfuni becomes Frank Lampard's 11th signing since Coventry's promotion to the Premier League and will represent the Sky Blues in 2026-27.<br />
The 18-year-old joined City's academy as an eight-year-old in 2016 and made his first-team debut in January during their 10-1 FA Cup third-round win over Exeter City.<br />
Shortly after, he joined Championship side Watford on loan for the rest of the campaign, goin]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/coventry-sign-young-defender-mfuni-on-loan-from-man-city/</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 18:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/coventry-sign-young-defender-mfuni-on-loan-from-man-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘Good To Get Off The Mark’ — Lookman Reacts To First Goal Of New Season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ademola Lookman has expressed his delight after opening his goalscoring account for Atletico Madrid this season, reports Completesports.com. Lookman found the net in Diego Simeone&rsquo;s side&rsquo;s impressive 3-1 victory over Sevilla on Saturday night. The Nigeria international scored Atletico&rsquo;s second goal of the encounter in the 26th minute as the Rojiblancos secured maximum points. Lookman [...]<br />
The post &lsquo;Good To Get Off The Mark&rsquo; &mdash; Lookman Reacts To First Goal Of N]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/good-to-get-off-the-mark-lookman-reacts-to-first-goal-of-new-season/</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 18:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/good-to-get-off-the-mark-lookman-reacts-to-first-goal-of-new-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EPL: Iwobi, Bassey Play 90 Minutes As Sunderland Pip Fulham]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Eagles duo of Alex Iwobi and Calvin Bassey played all 90 minutes as Fulham lost 1-0 to Sunderland in Sunday&rsquo;s Premier League game at the Stadium of Light. Both players were making their second appearance in the league this ongoing season and displayed a decent performance. Read Also:England-Born Nigerian Defender Ogunneye Joins Arsenal From [...]<br />
The post EPL: Iwobi, Bassey Play 90 Minutes As Sunderland Pip Fulham appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/epl-iwobi-bassey-play-90-minutes-as-sunderland-pip-fulham/</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 17:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/epl-iwobi-bassey-play-90-minutes-as-sunderland-pip-fulham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘There are no words’ – Hoyos lauds Messi’s ‘footballing beauty’]]></title><description><![CDATA[Inter Miami interim head coach Guillermo Hoyos was left speechless after Lionel Messi's masterclass in their 7-1 win over CF Montreal.<br />
Messi scored four and assisted one as he turned on the style for Miami, who snapped a four-game winless streak in MLS.<br />
Casemiro's first goal for the club was cancelled out by Fabian Herbers, though Messi restored Miami's lead just before half-time with a deflected free-kick and got his second shortly after the break.<br />
Miami then enjoyed a late flurry of goals from]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/there-are-no-words-hoyos-lauds-messis-footballing-beauty/</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 17:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/there-are-no-words-hoyos-lauds-messis-footballing-beauty/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England-Born Nigerian Defender Ogunneye Joins Arsenal From Man United]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal have signed England-born Nigerian young defender Habeeb Ogunneye from Manchester United, completesports.com reports. &ldquo;We&rsquo;re pleased to announce the signing of talented young full-back Habeeb Ogunneye,&rdquo; Arsenal confirmed the signing on their official website on Sunday. &ldquo;Habeeb joins us with experience from Manchester United and Newport County, as well as England&rsquo;s under-17s side.&rdquo; Speaking after [...]<br />
The post England-Born Nigerian Defender Ogunneye Joi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/england-born-nigerian-defender-ogunneye-joins-arsenal-from-man-united/</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 16:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/england-born-nigerian-defender-ogunneye-joins-arsenal-from-man-united/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Barcelona Agree Shock Deal To Sign Arsenal Star Forward]]></title><description><![CDATA[Barcelona have agreed a shock deal with Arsenal to sign striker Gabriel Jesus, Metro reports. Jesus was left out of Arsenal&rsquo;s first two games of the new season and has been training away from Mikel Arteta&rsquo;s first team. Much was expected of Jesus following his &pound;45m move from Manchester City in 2022 given he hit [...]<br />
The post Barcelona Agree Shock Deal To Sign Arsenal Star Forward appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/barcelona-agree-shock-deal-to-sign-arsenal-star-forward/</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 15:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/barcelona-agree-shock-deal-to-sign-arsenal-star-forward/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NPFL: Atule Targets 20-Goal Haul For Barau FC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Barau FC winger Joseph Atule has set his sights on scoring up to 20 goals in the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, this season. Atule is expected to play a key role for the Maliya Boys as they look to make a strong impression in the new campaign. The former Enyimba player contributed five goals [...]<br />
The post NPFL: Atule Targets 20-Goal Haul For Barau FC appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-atule-targets-20-goal-haul-for-barau-fc/</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 14:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-atule-targets-20-goal-haul-for-barau-fc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘Itauma Is Well’  –Warren Provides Update On British Boxer’s Health]]></title><description><![CDATA[Frank Warren&rsquo;s promotional company, Queensberry Promotions, has confirmed that Moses Itauma is well following his medical scare after his heavyweight fight against Filip Hrgovi&#263;. The 21-year-old heavyweight prospect suffered a 9th-round stoppage loss to Hrgovi&#263; at London&rsquo;s O2 Arena. Due to severe exhaustion and a potential leg injury, Itauma had to be carried out of [...]<br />
The post &lsquo;Itauma Is Well&rsquo;&ndash;Warren Provides Update On British Boxer&rsquo;s Health appe]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/itauma-is-well-warren-provides-update-on-british-boxers-health/</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 14:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/itauma-is-well-warren-provides-update-on-british-boxers-health/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EPL: We Must Start Winning Games  –Carrick Speaks Ahead Man United Vs Ipswich]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United manager Michael Carrick has disclosed that his team is eager to bounce back from their opening-day setback and return to winning football matches ahead of their fixture against Ipswich Town. Following a 2-0 defeat to Hull City, Carrick hit back at critics who claimed the players lacked effort or passion. Read Also:Done Deal: [...]<br />
The post EPL: We Must Start Winning Games&ndash;Carrick Speaks Ahead Man United Vs Ipswich appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/epl-we-must-start-winning-games-carrick-speaks-ahead-man-united-vs-ipswich/</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 13:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/epl-we-must-start-winning-games-carrick-speaks-ahead-man-united-vs-ipswich/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Martínez Seals Permanent Move To Chelsea]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chelsea have completed the signing of Argentina international goalkeeper Emiliano Mart&iacute;nez from Aston Villa. The experienced shot-stopper has put pen to paper on a three-year contract with the Premier League giants. Mart&iacute;nez, 33, arrives at Stamford Bridge with a wealth of experience, having established himself as one of the Premier League&rsquo;s top goalkeepers during his [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Mart&iacute;nez Seals Permanent Move To Chelsea appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-martnez-seals-permanent-move-to-chelsea/</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 12:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-martnez-seals-permanent-move-to-chelsea/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[He Needs More Experience —Hrgovic Speaks After Shock Knockout Win Over Unbeaten Itauma]]></title><description><![CDATA[Croatia&rsquo;s Filip Hrgovic has said British-Nigerian, Moses Itauma, need more experience if he hopes to become successful in heavyweight boxing. On Saturday night at the O2 Arena, Itauma was given an education, as he ran out of gas and the experience of Hrgovic carried the 34-year-old Croatian to the vacant IBF heavyweight title. The referee [...]<br />
The post He Needs More Experience &mdash;Hrgovic Speaks After Shock Knockout Win Over Unbeaten Itauma appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/he-needs-more-experience-hrgovic-speaks-after-shock-knockout-win-over-unbeaten-itauma/</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 09:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/he-needs-more-experience-hrgovic-speaks-after-shock-knockout-win-over-unbeaten-itauma/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[British-Nigerian Boxer Itauma Suffers First Defeat In Heavyweight Title Fight]]></title><description><![CDATA[Filip Hrgovic produced one of the shocks of the boxing year, stopping an exhausted Moses Itauma in the ninth round at The O2 to win the vacant IBF heavyweight title and become Croatia&rsquo;s first world heavyweight champion, Sky Sports reports. Itauma, unbeaten coming into the fight and one of the sport&rsquo;s most talked about young [...]<br />
The post British-Nigerian Boxer Itauma Suffers First Defeat In Heavyweight Title Fight appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/british-nigerian-boxer-itauma-suffers-first-defeat-in-heavyweight-title-fight/</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 08:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/british-nigerian-boxer-itauma-suffers-first-defeat-in-heavyweight-title-fight/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man City Open Talks With Liverpool Over Gakpo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester City have opened talks with Liverpool about signing attacker Cody Gakpo, BBC Sport reports. The Netherlands forward&rsquo;s future is set to become one of the key storylines heading into the final three days of the transfer window. The 27-year-old has attracted concrete interest from City and Tottenham Hotspur, but sources indicate that City is [...]<br />
The post Man City Open Talks With Liverpool Over Gakpo appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/man-city-open-talks-with-liverpool-over-gakpo/</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 08:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/man-city-open-talks-with-liverpool-over-gakpo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Osimhen Is A Good Friend Of Mine  –Leão]]></title><description><![CDATA[Portuguese star Rafael Le&atilde;o has confirmed that Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen is a good friend of his following his move to Galatasaray. Le&atilde;o stated that the Nigerian international is a good friend, which influenced his decision to join the Turkish club over other offers. In an interview with Forza Cimbom, the forward expressed excitement [...]<br />
The post Osimhen Is A Good Friend Of Mine&ndash;Le&atilde;o appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/osimhen-is-a-good-friend-of-mine-leo/</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 07:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/osimhen-is-a-good-friend-of-mine-leo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Galatasaray Boss Lauds Osimhen’s Display Against Göztepe]]></title><description><![CDATA[Galatasaray head coach Okan Buruk has showered praise on Victor Osimhen following the club&rsquo;s thrilling 3-2 victory over G&ouml;ztepe at RAMS Park on Saturday night. The defending champions fought back from a goal down to claim maximum points from the keenly contested encounter. Osimhen was instrumental in the victory, registering a goal and an assist [...]<br />
The post Galatasaray Boss Lauds Osimhen&rsquo;s Display Against G&ouml;ztepe appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/galatasaray-boss-lauds-osimhens-display-against-gztepe/</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 07:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/galatasaray-boss-lauds-osimhens-display-against-gztepe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Djokovic: I Am Prepared For US Open]]></title><description><![CDATA[Serbian tennis star Novak Djokovic has disclosed that he&rsquo;s prepared for his 20th US Open appearance and his quest for a record 25th Grand Slam title. Djokovic noted that his early exit at the Cincinnati Open gave him two extra weeks to train. He used this time to get his body and mind ready for [...]<br />
The post Djokovic: I Am Prepared For US Open appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/djokovic-i-am-prepared-for-us-open/</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 07:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/djokovic-i-am-prepared-for-us-open/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Awoniyi Disappointed With Coventry Defeat To Hull City]]></title><description><![CDATA[Taiwo Awoniyi has expressed his disappointment after Coventry City suffered a 1-0 home defeat to fellow Premier League newcomers Hull City. Frank Lampard&rsquo;s side were beaten by the Tigers at the CBS Arena on Saturday, with Liam Millar scoring the decisive goal eight minutes from time. Coventry enjoyed good spells in the encounter and created [...]<br />
The post Awoniyi Disappointed With Coventry Defeat To Hull City appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/awoniyi-disappointed-with-coventry-defeat-to-hull-city/</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 06:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/awoniyi-disappointed-with-coventry-defeat-to-hull-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lookman Scores First League Goal Of The Season As Atletico Clinch Top Spot After 3-1 Win At Sevilla]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ademola Lookman opened his La Liga goals account for the new season as Atletico Madrid defeated Sevilla 3-1 away on Saturday. The win took Atletico to top spot on seven points while Sevilla are in fifth position on six points in the league table. Also in action was Chidera Ejuke, who was brought on in [...]<br />
The post Lookman Scores First League Goal Of The Season As Atletico Clinch Top Spot After 3-1 Win At Sevilla appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/lookman-scores-first-league-goal-of-the-season-as-atletico-clinch-top-spot-after-3-1-win-at-sevilla/</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 00:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/lookman-scores-first-league-goal-of-the-season-as-atletico-clinch-top-spot-after-3-1-win-at-sevilla/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Turkey: Osimhen On Target, Bags Assist As Galatasaray Beat Göztepe 3-2]]></title><description><![CDATA[Victor Osimhen was on target and also registered an assist as Galatasaray secured a thrilling 3-2 victory over G&ouml;ztepe at RAMS Park on Saturday night. The visitors stunned the home crowd by taking the lead through Novatus Miroshi in the 16th minute. Galatasaray responded before the break, with Colombia international Davinson S&aacute;nchez restoring parity in [...]<br />
The post Turkey: Osimhen On Target, Bags Assist As Galatasaray Beat G&ouml;ztepe 3-2 appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/turkey-osimhen-on-target-bags-assist-as-galatasaray-beat-gztepe-3-2/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 23:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/turkey-osimhen-on-target-bags-assist-as-galatasaray-beat-gztepe-3-2/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Turkey: Iheanacho Inspires Bursaspor Comeback Victory Over Kayserispor]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kelechi Iheanacho delivered an impressive performance as Bursaspor came from behind to secure a 2-1 victory over Kayserispor in Saturday&rsquo;s Trendyol 1. Lig encounter. Kayserispor took the lead shortly after the half-hour mark, with Florent Hasani converting from the penalty spot. The hosts held on to their advantage until the break, but Bursaspor fought their [...]<br />
The post Turkey: Iheanacho Inspires Bursaspor Comeback Victory Over Kayserispor appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/turkey-iheanacho-inspires-bursaspor-comeback-victory-over-kayserispor/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 22:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/turkey-iheanacho-inspires-bursaspor-comeback-victory-over-kayserispor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Serie A: Okoye Concedes Twice, Akinsanmiro Features In Udinese’s Win Over Monza]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye conceded two goals while making three saves as Udinese secured a dramatic 3-2 away victory against AC Monza in Saturday&rsquo;s Serie A match. Despite letting in two goals from Monza&rsquo;s Andrea Colpani and Gustavo Varela, Okoye delivered a vital performance between the posts to help resist a fierce second-half comeback [...]<br />
The post Serie A: Okoye Concedes Twice, Akinsanmiro Features In Udinese&rsquo;s Win Over Monza appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/serie-a-okoye-concedes-twice-akinsanmiro-features-in-udineses-win-over-monza/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 22:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/serie-a-okoye-concedes-twice-akinsanmiro-features-in-udineses-win-over-monza/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bundesliga: Moffi Features As Borussia Dortmund Edge Hamburg]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Eagles striker Terem Moffi was in action as Hamburg lost 2-0 to Borussia Dortmund in Saturday&rsquo;s Bundesliga game. The Nigerian international, who recently joined Hamburg from French Ligue 1 side OGC Nice, was handed the number nine jersey at his new club. Read Also:Ajayi, Awoniyi Feature, Onyeka Out Injured As Hull Defeat Coventry, Move [...]<br />
The post Bundesliga: Moffi Features As Borussia Dortmund Edge Hamburg appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/bundesliga-moffi-features-as-borussia-dortmund-edge-hamburg/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 21:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/bundesliga-moffi-features-as-borussia-dortmund-edge-hamburg/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Former Flying Eagles Captain Joins Finnish Club FC Inter Turku]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Flying Eagles captain Daniel Bameyi has completed a move to Finnish club FC Inter Turku. The 20-year-old defender joins Inter Turku following a spell with Slovenian outfit ND Primorje, where he gained his first experience of European club football. Bameyi moved to Primorje from Nigerian academy Yum-Yum FC in September 2025 and featured six [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Former Flying Eagles Captain Joins Finnish Club FC Inter Turku appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-former-flying-eagles-captain-joins-finnish-club-fc-inter-turku/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 20:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-former-flying-eagles-captain-joins-finnish-club-fc-inter-turku/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Iraola Faults Liverpool’s Lack Of Intensity Without The Ball Vs Nottingham Forest]]></title><description><![CDATA[Following his team&rsquo;s 2-2 draw against Nottingham Forest, Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola has openly criticized his squad&rsquo;s poor start to the match, explicitly blaming a sluggish first half for their failure to secure three points. Iraola noted that the team was far too passive without the ball in the first half. He revealed that they [...]<br />
The post Iraola Faults Liverpool&rsquo;s Lack Of Intensity Without The Ball Vs Nottingham Forest appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/iraola-faults-liverpools-lack-of-intensity-without-the-ball-vs-nottingham-forest/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 20:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/iraola-faults-liverpools-lack-of-intensity-without-the-ball-vs-nottingham-forest/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leão Becomes Teammate With Osimhen At Galatasaray]]></title><description><![CDATA[Portugal international Rafael Le&atilde;o is now teammate with Victor Osimhen following his move to Galatasaray from Serie A giants AC Milan. On Saturday, Galatasaray posted a short video on X of the 27-year-old player sitting on a plane and sending a message to the club&rsquo;s fans. Le&atilde;o, who played at the World Cup this year, [...]<br />
The post Le&atilde;o Becomes Teammate With Osimhen At Galatasaray appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/leo-becomes-teammate-with-osimhen-at-galatasaray/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 20:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/leo-becomes-teammate-with-osimhen-at-galatasaray/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pinnick: I Had A Warm Relationship With Keshi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) president Amaju Pinnick has disclosed that he had a warm, respectful, and personal relationship with the late Super Eagles coach Stephen Keshi. Pinnick maintained that they shared a good bond and noted that he was the first person to arrive at Keshi&rsquo;s home after the coach passed away in 2016. [...]<br />
The post Pinnick: I Had A Warm Relationship With Keshi appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/pinnick-i-had-a-warm-relationship-with-keshi/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 19:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/pinnick-i-had-a-warm-relationship-with-keshi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ajayi, Awoniyi Feature, Onyeka Out Injured As Hull Defeat Coventry, Move Up To Second In League Table]]></title><description><![CDATA[Liam Millar scored with less than 10 minutes remaining, as Hull City edged out Coventry City 1-0 in a battle of newly promoted teams in Saturday&rsquo;s Premier League clash. Nigeria internationals Semi Ajayi and Taiwo Awoniyi were in action for Hull and Coventry respectively. Both players played for 90 minutes. Awoniyi&rsquo;s Nigerian teammate Frank Onyeka [...]<br />
The post Ajayi, Awoniyi Feature, Onyeka Out Injured As Hull Defeat Coventry, Move Up To Second In League Table appeared first on Comp]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ajayi-awoniyi-feature-onyeka-out-injured-as-hull-defeat-coventry-move-up-to-second-in-league-table/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 18:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ajayi-awoniyi-feature-onyeka-out-injured-as-hull-defeat-coventry-move-up-to-second-in-league-table/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Nigerian Midfielder Seals Move To Czech Club Sparta Prague]]></title><description><![CDATA[Czech First League giants Sparta Prague have completed the signing of Nigerian midfielder Linus Zika from Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, side Sporting Lagos. Sporting Lagos confirmed the transfer in a statement on their official website. &ldquo;We are delighted to announce the transfer of academy graduate Linus Zika to 14-time Czech champions Sparta Prague,&rdquo; the [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Nigerian Midfielder Seals Move To Czech Club Sparta Prague appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-nigerian-midfielder-seals-move-to-czech-club-sparta-prague/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 17:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-nigerian-midfielder-seals-move-to-czech-club-sparta-prague/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Barcola Can Take Liverpool To Next Level  –Gerrard]]></title><description><![CDATA[Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard has disclosed that Bradley Barcola is an incredible talent who can take the Reds to the next level as the club closes in on a massive deal. Speaking on TNT Sports, Gerrard noted that Barcola hasn&rsquo;t even hit his ceiling yet and possesses the high-level qualities to elevate the team. Read [...]<br />
The post Why Barcola Can Take Liverpool To Next Level&ndash;Gerrard appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/why-barcola-can-take-liverpool-to-next-level-gerrard/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 17:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/why-barcola-can-take-liverpool-to-next-level-gerrard/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Premier League: Aina Stars  In Forest’s Thrilling Draw With Liverpool]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ola Aina produced an impressive display as Nottingham Forest battled to a thrilling 2-2 draw against Liverpool at Anfield on Saturday. Aina , who made his second consecutive Premier League start of the season, was booked five minutes after the restart before making way for Luca Netz late in the encounter. Forest stunned the hosts [...]<br />
The post Premier League: Aina StarsIn Forest&rsquo;s Thrilling Draw With Liverpool appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/premier-league-aina-stars-in-forests-thrilling-draw-with-liverpool/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 16:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/premier-league-aina-stars-in-forests-thrilling-draw-with-liverpool/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NPFL: Imama Targets Positive Start As Abia Warriors Host Kun Khalifat In Oriental Derby]]></title><description><![CDATA[Abia Warriors technical adviser Imama Amapakabo has declared his side ready for the new Nigeria Premier Football League season. Abia Warriors Ready For New Season Imama stressed the importance of starting the campaign strongly and building momentum during the opening weeks of the season. &ldquo;To say we&rsquo;re not prepared would be unthinkable. I believe Abia [...]<br />
The post NPFL: Imama Targets Positive Start As Abia Warriors Host Kun Khalifat In Oriental Derby appeared first on Complete Sport]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-imama-targets-positive-start-as-abia-warriors-host-kun-khalifat-in-oriental-derby/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 14:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-imama-targets-positive-start-as-abia-warriors-host-kun-khalifat-in-oriental-derby/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘I Feel Very Good’ — Durosinmi Thrilled To Maintain Scoring Streak For Genk]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rafiu Durosinmi has expressed his delight after continuing his impressive scoring run for KRC Genk, Completesports.com reports. The Nigeria international maintained his superb start to life in Belgium by finding the net in Genk&rsquo;s emphatic 4-0 victory over Beveren on Friday night. Durosinmi opened the scoring for the Smurfs from the penalty spot in the [...]<br />
The post &lsquo;I Feel Very Good&rsquo; &mdash; Durosinmi Thrilled To Maintain Scoring Streak For Genk appeared first on Complete Spor]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/i-feel-very-good-durosinmi-thrilled-to-maintain-scoring-streak-for-genk/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 13:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/i-feel-very-good-durosinmi-thrilled-to-maintain-scoring-streak-for-genk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Nigeria’s Falconets Performed In 11 Previous FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s Falconets will continue their quest for an elusive world title as they join other teams in Poland for the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women&rsquo;s World Cup. This 12th edition of the tournament will run from 5 to 27 September 2026, with 24 teams competing. This will be the Falconets&rsquo; 12th appearance since making their debut [...]<br />
The post How Nigeria&rsquo;s Falconets Performed In 11 Previous FIFA U-20 Women&rsquo;s World Cup appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/how-nigerias-falconets-performed-in-11-previous-fifa-u-20-womens-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 11:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/how-nigerias-falconets-performed-in-11-previous-fifa-u-20-womens-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 132: Segun Odegbami On Nigeria’s Maiden AFCON Triumph]]></title><description><![CDATA[On March 22, 1980, the Green Eagles wrote their names on the African football history by claiming their maiden African title after defeating Algeria 3&ndash;0 at the National Stadium, Surulere in Lagos. That achievement became a reference point for future generations as Nigeria would go on to win the AFCON again in 1994 and 2013, [...]<br />
The post SPORTS PLANET Podcast&hellip;EPISODE 132: Segun Odegbami On Nigeria&rsquo;s Maiden AFCON Triumph appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sports-planet-podcastepisode-132-segun-odegbami-on-nigerias-maiden-afcon-triumph/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 11:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sports-planet-podcastepisode-132-segun-odegbami-on-nigerias-maiden-afcon-triumph/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[1xCup 2026: Goals Dry Up As Joy Cometh, BYT, AUX, Young Stars Triumph]]></title><description><![CDATA[The goals dried up during Friday&rsquo;s action in the 1xCup 2026 qualifiers as four matches produced three narrow victories and a dramatic penalty-shootout win, with Joy Cometh FC recording the biggest victory of the day. A total of six goals were scored in four matches at the Inspire Sports Ground, Cappa, Oshodi, Lagos, averaging a [...]<br />
The post 1xCup 2026: Goals Dry Up As Joy Cometh, BYT, AUX, Young Stars Triumph appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/1xcup-2026-goals-dry-up-as-joy-cometh-byt-aux-young-stars-triumph/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 10:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/1xcup-2026-goals-dry-up-as-joy-cometh-byt-aux-young-stars-triumph/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘It’s My Instinct’   –Cherki Reacts To Stunning Goal Vs Crystal Palace]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester City midfielder Rayan Cherki has disclosed that his brilliant goal against Crystal Palace came down to pure instinct. Recall that Manchester City cruised to a 4-1 win over Crystal Palace on Friday, maintaining their perfect start to the Premier League season. Read Also:EPL: Man City Thrash Crystal Palace 4-1 To Go Top Of League [...]<br />
The post &lsquo;It&rsquo;s My Instinct&rsquo; &ndash;Cherki Reacts To Stunning Goal Vs Crystal Palace appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/its-my-instinct-cherki-reacts-to-stunning-goal-vs-crystal-palace/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 10:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/its-my-instinct-cherki-reacts-to-stunning-goal-vs-crystal-palace/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NPFL: Yusuf Upbeat Shooting Stars Will Get Better After Inter Lagos Victory]]></title><description><![CDATA[Shooting Stars technical adviser Salisu Yusuf is confident his side will improve as the season progresses, Completesports.com reports. The Oluyole Warriors opened their 2026/27 Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, campaign with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over newly promoted Inter Lagos at the Lekan Salami Stadium, Adamasingba, Ibadan on Friday. Lucky Emmanuel put Shooting Stars ahead [...]<br />
The post NPFL: Yusuf Upbeat Shooting Stars Will Get Better After Inter Lagos Victory appeared first on Com]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-yusuf-upbeat-shooting-stars-will-get-better-after-inter-lagos-victory/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 09:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-yusuf-upbeat-shooting-stars-will-get-better-after-inter-lagos-victory/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arsenal Keeping Tabs On Man United Star Forward]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United sources have not ruled out the prospect of Marcus Rashford leaving the club before next Tuesday&rsquo;s transfer deadline, with Arsenal understood to be keeping tabs on his situation alongside Barcelona, according to TEAMtalk. TEAMtalk revealed earlier this month that Barcelona have maintained a line of communication with Rashford&rsquo;s camp, despite the England international [...]<br />
The post Arsenal Keeping Tabs On Man United Star Forward appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arsenal-keeping-tabs-on-man-united-star-forward/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 09:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arsenal-keeping-tabs-on-man-united-star-forward/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fernández Reaches Verbal Agreement With Man City]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina international Enzo Fern&aacute;ndez has reached a verbal agreement on personal terms with Manchester City. This is according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano (via Business Upturn). The Argentina international&rsquo;s potential move from Chelsea now hinges entirely on club-to-club negotiations, with no official bid submitted yet by the Premier League champions. Contacts between the two clubs [...]<br />
The post Fern&aacute;ndez Reaches Verbal Agreement With Man City appeared first on Compl]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/fernndez-reaches-verbal-agreement-with-man-city/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 09:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/fernndez-reaches-verbal-agreement-with-man-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Super Eagles To Switch From Nike To Adidas]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria will end its 11-year association with Nike and return to adidas, after agreeing an $8.5 million-a-year equipment deal that the Nigeria Football Federation says is the biggest in African football. Former NFF president Ibrahim Gusau, who resigned along with the federation&rsquo;s executive committee on Thursday, revealed the agreement at a news conference in Abuja, [...]<br />
The post Super Eagles To Switch From Nike To Adidas appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/super-eagles-to-switch-from-nike-to-adidas/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 08:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/super-eagles-to-switch-from-nike-to-adidas/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kane Confirms Talks On Bayern Munich Contract Extension]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane has confirmed that contract extension talks with the club started last week following their 5-1 Bundesliga opening win against Stuttgart. The first official meeting took place the previous week, though Kane emphasized that sorting out all the details will take time rather than just a week or two. Read Also:Arokodare [...]<br />
The post Kane Confirms Talks On Bayern Munich Contract Extension appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/kane-confirms-talks-on-bayern-munich-contract-extension/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 08:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/kane-confirms-talks-on-bayern-munich-contract-extension/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arokodare Keen To Maintain Impressive Ajax Form]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tolu Arokodare is determined to continue making a positive impact at Eredivisie giants Ajax following his impressive start to life at the club, reports Completesports.com. Arokodare joined Ajax on loan from Wolverhampton Wanderers before the start of the season. The Nigeria international has quickly settled at the Johan Cruyff Arena, registering three goals and two [...]<br />
The post Arokodare Keen To Maintain Impressive Ajax Form appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arokodare-keen-to-maintain-impressive-ajax-form/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 07:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arokodare-keen-to-maintain-impressive-ajax-form/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Perfect Gift! — Odegbami]]></title><description><![CDATA[Even the elements joined in the conspiracy and the celebration. They ensured that the news of the resignation of the President and members of the Executive Committee of the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, coincided with the marking of the anniversary of the day of my birth. It was a lovely birthday gift. This is to [...]<br />
The post The Perfect Gift! &mdash; Odegbami appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/the-perfect-gift-odegbami/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 06:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/the-perfect-gift-odegbami/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sage reveals anger at Palace’s ‘low energy’ in defeat to Man City]]></title><description><![CDATA[Pierre Sage bemoaned Crystal Palace's "low energy" in their heavy defeat to Manchester City.<br />
The Eagles were thrashed 4-1 by Enzo Maresca's side at Selhurst Park, with Rayan Cherki and Erling Haaland both scoring braces as City moved to the top of the table.<br />
Palace, meanwhile, are now rock bottom after two consecutive losses, with their only goal this season coming via the back of Gianluigi Donnarumma.<br />
Sage has seen one of his teams concede four goals in a game for only the second time in his ma]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sage-reveals-anger-at-palaces-low-energy-in-defeat-to-man-city/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 00:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sage-reveals-anger-at-palaces-low-energy-in-defeat-to-man-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cherki: Man City ‘will start another story’ under Maresca]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester City are out to "start another story" following the end of the Pep Guardiola era, so says Rayan Cherki.<br />
City made it two Premier League wins from two games under Enzo Maresca on Friday, as they beat Crystal Palace 4-1 at Selhurst Park.<br />
Cherki was superb, scoring twice to net the first league brace of his senior career, with Erling Haaland also doubling up to open his account for the season.<br />
While moving away from Guardiola, as well as stalwarts like Bernardo Silva, John Stones and Rod]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/cherki-man-city-will-start-another-story-under-maresca/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 00:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/cherki-man-city-will-start-another-story-under-maresca/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EPL: Man City Thrash Crystal Palace 4-1 To Go Top Of League Table]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rayan Cherki&rsquo;s quickfire double inspired Manchester City to a 4-1 victory over Crystal Palace to spoil Pierre Sage&rsquo;s welcome party at Selhurst Park, RTE reports. Erling Haaland, sporting a black armband in honour of the late Norwegian King Harald V &ndash; whose death was announced earlier on Friday &ndash; nodded in the 17th-minute opener as [...]<br />
The post EPL: Man City Thrash Crystal Palace 4-1 To Go Top Of League Table appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/epl-man-city-thrash-crystal-palace-4-1-to-go-top-of-league-table/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 23:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/epl-man-city-thrash-crystal-palace-4-1-to-go-top-of-league-table/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spalletti backs Alajbegovic to step up in Yildiz’s absence]]></title><description><![CDATA[Luciano Spalletti is confident&nbsp;Kerim Alajbegovic will be able to fill in for injured Juventus star Kenan Yildiz.<br />
Juve relied heavily on Yildiz last season, with the Turkish international registering 20 goal involvements across all competitions.<br />
Yildiz netted 11 goals and created nine more, but he has sustained a foot injury that will keep him out for between two and three months.<br />
However, Spalletti feels 18-year-old Alajbegovic, who was signed from Salzburg this summer, can fill the void.<br />
"]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/spalletti-backs-alajbegovic-to-step-up-in-yildizs-absence/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 23:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/spalletti-backs-alajbegovic-to-step-up-in-yildizs-absence/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alcaraz Vows To Defend US Open Title]]></title><description><![CDATA[Carlos Alcaraz says he needs real match competition as he prepares to defend his title at the US Open following a four-month injury layoff. Alcaraz has been sidelined since April due to a wrist injury sustained at the Barcelona Open. Read Also:US Open: Why Venus Keeps Getting Wildcards &ndash;Stubbs He tested his physical readiness by [...]<br />
The post Alcaraz Vows To Defend US Open Title appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/alcaraz-vows-to-defend-us-open-title/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 23:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/alcaraz-vows-to-defend-us-open-title/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aston Villa Confirm  Club-Record  £65m Signing Of Jackson From Chelsea]]></title><description><![CDATA[Aston Villa have confirmed the club-record signing of Senegal international Nicolas Jackson from Chelsea. According to Sky Sports News, Villa are paying a fixed fee of &pound;47.5m for Jackson, which could reach &pound;65m. The total package surpasses the &pound;59.5m they agreed for Johan Maznambi earlier this summer, meaning Villa have broken their transfer record twice [...]<br />
The post Aston Villa ConfirmClub-Record&pound;65m Signing Of Jackson From Chelsea appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/aston-villa-confirm-club-record-65m-signing-of-jackson-from-chelsea/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 22:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/aston-villa-confirm-club-record-65m-signing-of-jackson-from-chelsea/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[U-17 WWC: Busari Calls Up 25 Players For Abuja Camp]]></title><description><![CDATA[Head coach Hakeem Busari has invited 26 players to the camp of Nigeria&rsquo;s U-17 women&rsquo;s national team, the Flamingos, as preparations begin for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women&rsquo;s World Cup in Morocco. The tournament is scheduled to take place from October 17 to November 7. The Flamingos secured their place at the global showpiece after [...]<br />
The post U-17 WWC: Busari Calls Up 25 Players For Abuja Camp appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/u-17-wwc-busari-calls-up-25-players-for-abuja-camp/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 22:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/u-17-wwc-busari-calls-up-25-players-for-abuja-camp/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jackson completes £65m Aston Villa transfer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Aston Villa have confirmed the signing of Nicolas Jackson from Chelsea for a fee that could reportedly reach &pound;65m.<br />
Villa are selling Ollie Watkins to Saudi Pro League club Al-Hilal for a reported &pound;50m.<br />
Unai Emery confirmed on Friday that Watkins had said his goodbyes, and that Jackson was in the process of completing his switch from Chelsea.<br />
Villa have now officially unveiled their new striker, who has joined in a deal worth an initial &pound;47.5m plus &pound;17.5m in add-ons.Too da]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/jackson-completes-65m-aston-villa-transfer/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 22:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/jackson-completes-65m-aston-villa-transfer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hamburg Boss Talks Up New Signing Moffi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hamburg head coach Merlin Polzin is expecting big things from new signing Terem Moffi, Completesports.com reports. Moffi completed his permanent transfer to the Bundesliga side from Ligue 1 outfit OGC Nice this week. The Nigeria international is in line to make his debut for Die Rothosen against Borussia Dortmund on Saturday. The striker has previously [...]<br />
The post Hamburg Boss Talks Up New Signing Moffi appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/hamburg-boss-talks-up-new-signing-moffi/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 22:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/hamburg-boss-talks-up-new-signing-moffi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Martinez demands ‘energy and passion’ from Leverkusen in Bundesliga opener]]></title><description><![CDATA[Carles Martinez has demanded "energy and passion" from his Bayer Leverkusen side in their Bundesliga opener against Elversberg on Saturday.<br />
Leverkusen enjoyed a strong pre-season under Martinez, who replaced Kasper Hjulmand at the helm earlier in the summer, winning six of their seven friendlies before progressing from the first round of the DFB-Pokal.<br />
This will be the first Bundesliga match for both Elversberg boss Vincent Wagner and Leverkusen head coach Martinez &ndash; this fixture is the on]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/martinez-demands-energy-and-passion-from-leverkusen-in-bundesliga-opener/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 21:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/martinez-demands-energy-and-passion-from-leverkusen-in-bundesliga-opener/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Juventus loan Miretti to Besiktas]]></title><description><![CDATA[Besiktas have signed Fabio Miretti on a season-long loan move from Juventus.<br />
Miretti, who came through Juve's academy, has made 106 appearances for the Bianconeri.<br />
The 23-year-old has scored three goals for Juve, and played 31 games last season.<br />
He will now spend the 2026-27 campaign in Turkiye, and he will reunite with his former Juve club-mate Dusan Vlahovic at Besiktas.Fabio Miretti signs for Besiktas on loan<br />
All the best, Fabio!<br />
https://t.co/j3OXqlvjh5 pic.twitter.com/BFO1I4BE0L<br />
&mdash; Juve]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/juventus-loan-miretti-to-besiktas/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 21:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/juventus-loan-miretti-to-besiktas/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ruiz replaces Vidosic at Bighton]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arturo Ruiz is the new head coach of Brighton Women after Dario Vidosic's surprising departure.<br />
Vidosic, who led Brighton to the Women's FA Cup final last season, stepped down on Friday to "pursue a new opportunity".<br />
He is reportedly set to take over National Women's Soccer League side Angel City.<br />
Vidosic won 24 of his 59 matches in charge of Brighton, while he averaged 1.2 points per game in the Women's Super League.<br />
Brighton, who finished seventh in the WSL last season, have moved swiftly to a]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ruiz-replaces-vidosic-at-bighton/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 20:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ruiz-replaces-vidosic-at-bighton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I Had The Best Time During My Tennis Career  –Federer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Swiss tennis star Roger Federer has disclosed that he had the best time during his tennis career. The 45-year-old Swiss legend is being inducted in his first year of eligibility alongside broadcaster and former player Mary Carillo. Read Also:US Open: Why Venus Keeps Getting Wildcards &ndash;Stubbs Recall that Federer finished his competitive career with [...]<br />
The post I Had The Best Time During My Tennis Career&ndash;Federer appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/i-had-the-best-time-during-my-tennis-career-federer/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 20:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/i-had-the-best-time-during-my-tennis-career-federer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NPFL: Shooting Stars Overcome Inter Lagos In Thrilling Opener]]></title><description><![CDATA[Shooting Stars began the 2026/27 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season on a winning note following a 2-1 victory over newly-promoted Inter Lagos. The hosts made a bright start to the encounter, putting the visitors under sustained pressure in the opening exchanges. Their dominance was rewarded in the 14th minute when Lucky Emmanuel found the [...]<br />
The post NPFL: Shooting Stars Overcome Inter Lagos In Thrilling Opener appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-shooting-stars-overcome-inter-lagos-in-thrilling-opener/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 19:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-shooting-stars-overcome-inter-lagos-in-thrilling-opener/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NFF Board Resignation: Stationery Stores Welcome Development, Call for FIFA Normalisation Committee]]></title><description><![CDATA[Stationery Stores Football Club of Lagos have welcomed the resignation of the former Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) Board and called on the Presidency to activate the FIFA provision for the establishment of a Normalisation Committee to oversee reforms in Nigerian football. Stationery Stores&rsquo; position comes amid the ongoing transition in Nigerian football administration following the [...]<br />
The post NFF Board Resignation: Stationery Stores Welcome Development, Call for FIFA Normalisation]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nff-board-resignation-stationery-stores-welcome-development-call-for-fifa-normalisation-committee/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 19:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nff-board-resignation-stationery-stores-welcome-development-call-for-fifa-normalisation-committee/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kovac sees plenty of progress at Borussia Dortmund]]></title><description><![CDATA[Niko Kovac feels Borussia Dortmund have made clear progress under his tutelage, as he prepares for the opening Bundesliga fixture of the season.<br />
Kovac took over Dortmund during the 2024-25 season, replacing Nuri Sahin.<br />
Since Kovac took charge, Dortmund have won 32 Bundesliga matches, a tally bettered only by Bayern Munich (38). They have scored 107 goals, from chances worth 98.9 expected goals, while conceding just 52 in return, a joint-league low in that time, among ever-present teams. They hav]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/kovac-sees-plenty-of-progress-at-borussia-dortmund/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 19:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/kovac-sees-plenty-of-progress-at-borussia-dortmund/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gakpo Is Liverpool’s Best Player At The Moment   –Evra]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Manchester United defender Patrice Evra has disclosed that Cody Gakpo is currently Liverpool&rsquo;s best player in attack following the departure of Mohamed Salah. He pointed out that with changes in the squad and departures in attack, Gakpo stands out as the most effective and important player in their offensive line. Read Also:Odegbami: Nigeria Must [...]<br />
The post Gakpo Is Liverpool&rsquo;s Best Player At The Moment &ndash;Evra appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/gakpo-is-liverpools-best-player-at-the-moment-evra/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 19:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/gakpo-is-liverpools-best-player-at-the-moment-evra/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prediction: Cagliari vs Inter Milan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two camps who will be looking to make it consecutive Serie A victories on Sunday night, reigning Italian champions Inter Milan will travel to Cagliari.<br />
With another stacked schedule from across Europe&rsquo;s elite this weekend, there are plenty of eye-catching betting promotions available.<br />
Verdict: Inter Milan win<br />
Best Odds: 4/7<br />
Bookmaker:&nbsp;1xBet<br />
Cagliari<br />
Starting with the hosts, signing off the 2025/26 campaign in the midst of a real late flurry, Cagliari appear to have continued on from w]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prediction-cagliari-vs-inter-milan/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 19:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prediction-cagliari-vs-inter-milan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Simeone’s stance unchanged on wantaway Atletico star Alvarez]]></title><description><![CDATA[Julian Alvarez will not feature for Atletico Madrid against Sevilla, though Diego Simeone says the stance on the striker's potential exit remains unchanged.<br />
Alvarez was jeered by Atletico fans last week, after a 2-2 home draw with Villarreal.<br />
The Argentina international has made it clear he wants to leave Atletico, with Barcelona having had multiple offers rejected.<br />
This week, Atletico released a statement insisting Alvarez would not be sold to Barca, while Arsenal are also said to be interested]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/simeones-stance-unchanged-on-wantaway-atletico-star-alvarez/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/simeones-stance-unchanged-on-wantaway-atletico-star-alvarez/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Abdulrahaman Named New NPFL Chief Operating Officer]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Football Federation ,NFF, has appointed Dr Ayo Abdulrahaman as the new Chief Operating Officer of the Nigeria Premier Football League , NPFL. The appointment was announced on Friday, the same day the 2026/27 NPFL season kicked off with the opening fixture between Shooting Stars and newcomers Inter Lagos FC at the Lekan Salami [...]<br />
The post Abdulrahaman Named New NPFL Chief Operating Officer appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/abdulrahaman-named-new-npfl-chief-operating-officer/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/abdulrahaman-named-new-npfl-chief-operating-officer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marseille Considering Shock Move For Arsenal New Signing]]></title><description><![CDATA[Marseille are eyeing a move for Arsenal new boy Illan Meslier before the summer transfer deadline, according to reports in France. Meslier allowed his contract with Leeds United to run down and joined Premier League champions Arsenal on a free transfer as back-up for David Raya last month. The 26-year-old put pen to paper on [...]<br />
The post Marseille Considering Shock Move For Arsenal New Signing appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/marseille-considering-shock-move-for-arsenal-new-signing/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 17:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/marseille-considering-shock-move-for-arsenal-new-signing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[U-20 WWC: Falconets Beat Poland 1-0 In Friendly]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s Falconets secured a 1-0 victory over hosts Poland in an international friendly at the Municipal Stadium in Brzeg on Friday. Mary Mamud scored the winning goal in first-half stoppage time to hand Moses Aduku&rsquo;s side a morale-boosting victory ahead of the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women&rsquo;s World Cup. Both teams created a number of clear-cut [...]<br />
The post U-20 WWC: Falconets Beat Poland 1-0 In Friendly appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/u-20-wwc-falconets-beat-poland-1-0-in-friendly/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 15:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/u-20-wwc-falconets-beat-poland-1-0-in-friendly/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arsenal Hold Talks With Real Madrid Over Move For Endrick]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal have held talks with Real Madrid over a move for Endrick, talkSPORT understands. The 20-year-old Brazilian has attracted interest from multiple clubs this summer after a successful loan spell at Lyon last season. New Madrid boss Jose Mourinho has publicly insisted Endrick is not for sale. However, talkSPORT understands the Gunners are ready to [...]<br />
The post Arsenal Hold Talks With Real Madrid Over Move For Endrick appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arsenal-hold-talks-with-real-madrid-over-move-for-endrick/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 14:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arsenal-hold-talks-with-real-madrid-over-move-for-endrick/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NPFL: Shooting Stars Host Newcomers Inter Lagos In Tricky Opener]]></title><description><![CDATA[Shooting Stars will host newly promoted Inter Lagos at the Lekan Salami Stadium, Adamasingba, Ibadan, in the opening fixture of the 2026/27 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season on Friday. The Oluyole Warriors enjoyed an impressive campaign last season, finishing third in the NPFL and securing continental football for the first time in 27 years. [...]<br />
The post NPFL: Shooting Stars Host Newcomers Inter Lagos In Tricky Opener appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-shooting-stars-host-newcomers-inter-lagos-in-tricky-opener/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 13:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-shooting-stars-host-newcomers-inter-lagos-in-tricky-opener/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Odegbami: Nigeria Must Create Sustainable Football System Capable Of Producing Success Consistently]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Nigerian international Segun Odegbami has disclosed that Nigeria must build a proper administrative and developmental system to achieve consistent success. In an interview on Channels Television&rsquo;s breakfast show on Friday, Odegbami argues that leadership positions should go to football-loving technocrats instead of political appointees, insisting that changing leadership alone will not fix deep-seated structural [...]<br />
The post Odegbami: Nigeria Must Create Sustainable Football Syste]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/odegbami-nigeria-must-create-sustainable-football-system-capable-of-producing-success-consistently/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 13:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/odegbami-nigeria-must-create-sustainable-football-system-capable-of-producing-success-consistently/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NFF Sacks NPFL, NNL, NWFL Leadership, Orders COOs To Take Over]]></title><description><![CDATA[The house-cleaning exercise in the country&rsquo;s football following the mass resignation of NFF President Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau and his board members has taken a new twist, Completesports.com reports. This follows a directive from the football house ordering the appointed chairmen, directors and chief executive officers of the nation&rsquo;s four leagues &mdash; Nigeria Premier Football [...]<br />
The post NFF Sacks NPFL, NNL, NWFL Leadership, Orders COOs To Take Over appeared first on Complete]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nff-sacks-npfl-nnl-nwfl-leadership-orders-coos-to-take-over/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 12:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nff-sacks-npfl-nnl-nwfl-leadership-orders-coos-to-take-over/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lagos Walking Football League Returns For Blockbuster Matchday 6]]></title><description><![CDATA[The beautiful game slows down, but the intensity only goes up. Matchday 6 of Season 4 of the Lagos Walking Football League (LWFL) returns this Saturday, August 29, 2026, at the spiritual home of the sport in Nigeria &mdash; the Eagle Club pitch in Surulere. Fans are set for a thrilling morning of tactical passing, [...]<br />
The post Lagos Walking Football League Returns For Blockbuster Matchday 6 appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/lagos-walking-football-league-returns-for-blockbuster-matchday-6/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 11:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/lagos-walking-football-league-returns-for-blockbuster-matchday-6/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Digital Transformation Of African Football Fandom]]></title><description><![CDATA[Changing Habits in Football Consumption African football fans have traded weekly print publications and terrestrial television broadcasts for always-on digital content. This shift is highly visible in Nigeria, where supporters maintain intense dual loyalty to domestic competitions like the Nigeria Professional Football League and global giants such as the English Premier League, Serie A, and [...]<br />
The post The Digital Transformation Of African Football Fandom appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/the-digital-transformation-of-african-football-fandom/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 11:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/the-digital-transformation-of-african-football-fandom/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wado Ichimonji Sword And Hattori Hanzo Sword: Famous Japanese Swords]]></title><description><![CDATA[Japanese swords have been popular for many years because of their beautiful design, history, and connection to Japanese culture. Today, swords are also popular in anime, movies, and television. Two famous examples are the Wado Ichimonji Sword from One Piece and the Hattori Hanzo Sword from Kill Bill. Wado Ichimonji Sword The Wado Ichimonji is [...]<br />
The post Wado Ichimonji Sword And Hattori Hanzo Sword: Famous Japanese Swords appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wado-ichimonji-sword-and-hattori-hanzo-sword-famous-japanese-swords/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 11:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wado-ichimonji-sword-and-hattori-hanzo-sword-famous-japanese-swords/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[1xCup 2026: Dynamic, Ighalo, Emiloju, Vido Through To Group Stage]]></title><description><![CDATA[The quartet of Dynamic FC, Ighalo FA, Emiloju FC and Vido 99 FC have gone through to the group stage of the 1xCup 2026 after emerging victorious in Thursday&rsquo;s second round of qualifiers played at the Inspire Sports Ground, Cappa, Oshodi, Lagos. Royalty Athletic FC 1-3 Dynamic FC Dynamic FC came back from one goal [...]<br />
The post 1xCup 2026: Dynamic, Ighalo, Emiloju, Vido Through To Group Stage appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/1xcup-2026-dynamic-ighalo-emiloju-vido-through-to-group-stage/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 10:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/1xcup-2026-dynamic-ighalo-emiloju-vido-through-to-group-stage/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[HappyLuke Thailand 2026: ทางเข้า ล่าสุด วิธี Login และรีวิวแบบย่อ]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#3612;&#3641;&#3657;&#3648;&#3621;&#3656;&#3609;&#3652;&#3607;&#3618;&#3607;&#3637;&#3656;&#3588;&#3657;&#3609;&#3627;&#3634; HappyLuke &#3617;&#3633;&#3585;&#3605;&#3657;&#3629;&#3591;&#3585;&#3634;&#3619;&#3586;&#3657;&#3629;&#3617;&#3641;&#3621;&#3629;&#3618;&#3641;&#3656;&#3652;&#3617;&#3656;&#3585;&#3637;&#3656;&#3629;&#3618;&#3656;&#3634;&#3591; &#3652;&#3604;&#3657;&#3649;&#3585;&#3656; HappyLuke &#3607;&#3634;&#3591;&#3648;&#3586;&#3657;&#3634; &#3621;&#3656;&#3634;&#3626;&#3640;&#3604;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/happyluke-thailand-2026-login-/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 10:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/happyluke-thailand-2026-login-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[1xBet Becomes New Sponsor Of Barbados Tridents For CPL 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[International betting brand 1xBet has signed a sponsorship agreement with Barbados Tridents, who compete in the Caribbean Premier League. The cricket team will take part in the 2026 CPL season, which runs from 7 August to 20 September 2026. The Caribbean Premier League is one of the world&rsquo;s most popular cricket competitions, second only to [...]<br />
The post 1xBet Becomes New Sponsor Of Barbados Tridents For CPL 2026 appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/1xbet-becomes-new-sponsor-of-barbados-tridents-for-cpl-2026/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 10:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/1xbet-becomes-new-sponsor-of-barbados-tridents-for-cpl-2026/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nwakali Leaves English Club Barnsley]]></title><description><![CDATA[English League One club Barnsley have confirmed the departure of Nigerian midfielder Kelechi Nwakali by mutual consent. The club stated that the 28-year-old&rsquo;s exit remains subject to approval from the English Football League ,EFL. &ldquo;We can confirm that Kelechi Nwakali has departed Oakwell by mutual consent, subject to EFL approval,&rdquo; Barnsley said in a statement [...]<br />
The post Nwakali Leaves English Club Barnsley appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nwakali-leaves-english-club-barnsley/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 10:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nwakali-leaves-english-club-barnsley/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Odumodublack Chooses Arsenal’s Premier League Glory Over Grammy Award]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigerian rapper Odumodublack has disclosed that he would gladly give up winning a Grammy Award if it meant seeing Arsenal win the Premier League. During an interview on Capital XTRA, the outspoken fan declared he would choose Arsenal lifting the Premier League trophy over personal music accolades. Read Also:Ayra Starr Set To Headline NFL London [...]<br />
The post Odumodublack Chooses Arsenal&rsquo;s Premier League Glory Over Grammy Award appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/odumodublack-chooses-arsenals-premier-league-glory-over-grammy-award/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 10:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/odumodublack-chooses-arsenals-premier-league-glory-over-grammy-award/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Martinez Set For Chelsea Medical Ahead £7.5m Move]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez is set to undergo his medical at Chelsea ahead of a &pound;7.5million move from Aston Villa. The Blues are desperate to land a new goalkeeper before Tuesday&rsquo;s deadline and they are closing in on Martinez. He is now set for a medical before sealing the switch with a two-year contract and [...]<br />
The post Martinez Set For Chelsea Medical Ahead &pound;7.5m Move appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/martinez-set-for-chelsea-medical-ahead-75m-move/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 09:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/martinez-set-for-chelsea-medical-ahead-75m-move/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alvarez Will Never, Ever Go To Barcelona  —Atletico Madrid CEO]]></title><description><![CDATA[Atletico Madrid say they will not enter into negotiations with Barcelona for striker Julian Alvarez, who is considering a move to Arsenal. Alvarez did not train on Wednesday and Thursday because of illness after a poor night&rsquo;s sleep on Tuesday, not because of anything related to his future. The 26-year-old wants to join Barca, who [...]<br />
The post Alvarez Will Never, Ever Go To Barcelona&mdash;Atletico Madrid CEO appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/alvarez-will-never-ever-go-to-barcelona-atletico-madrid-ceo/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 09:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/alvarez-will-never-ever-go-to-barcelona-atletico-madrid-ceo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[De Bruyne Opens Up On Gabriel Jesus Links To Napoli]]></title><description><![CDATA[Napoli midfielder Kevin De Bruyne admitted Arsenal striker and former teammate Gabriel Jesus would help his team if he were to join the club this season, Yahoo Sports reports. Jesus has been linked with a move away from the English capital for the longest time, and now, it seems more likely than ever before that [...]<br />
The post De Bruyne Opens Up On Gabriel Jesus Links To Napoli appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/de-bruyne-opens-up-on-gabriel-jesus-links-to-napoli/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 08:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/de-bruyne-opens-up-on-gabriel-jesus-links-to-napoli/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Ucheibe Signs For Saudi Club Al Hilal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Falcons midfielder Christy Ucheibe has completed a move to Saudi Women&rsquo;s Premier League side Al Hilal. The versatile midfielder has signed a two-year contract with the Riyadh-based club, becoming their latest high-profile acquisition. Ucheibe will link up with Super Falcons teammate Asisat Oshoala at Al Hilal as the club continues to strengthen its squad [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Ucheibe Signs For Saudi Club Al Hilal appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-ucheibe-signs-for-saudi-club-al-hilal/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 07:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-ucheibe-signs-for-saudi-club-al-hilal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ayra Starr Set To Headline NFL London Game Halftime Show]]></title><description><![CDATA[Afrobeats star Sarah Aderibigbe, popularly known as Ayra Starr, will make history as the first African artist to headline an NFL international halftime show at the 20th game in London. She is the first major African and Afrobeats artist to headline an NFL international halftime show between the Philadelphia Eagles and Jacksonville Jaguars on October [...]<br />
The post Ayra Starr Set To Headline NFL London Game Halftime Show appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ayra-starr-set-to-headline-nfl-london-game-halftime-show/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 07:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ayra-starr-set-to-headline-nfl-london-game-halftime-show/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ikpeme Named Interim NFF General Secretary]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ikpeme Takes Charge Of Secretariat The National Sports Commission, NSC, has endorsed Dr Emmanuel Ikpeme to oversee the Nigeria Football Federation ,NFF, Secretariat as interim General Secretary following Thursday&rsquo;s resignation of key officials of the federation. Ikpeme, who until now served as Deputy General Secretary, takes over after the resignation of NFF President Alhaji Ibrahim [...]<br />
The post Ikpeme Named Interim NFF General Secretary appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ikpeme-named-interim-nff-general-secretary/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 07:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ikpeme-named-interim-nff-general-secretary/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Carabao Cup: Not Selecting Enzo Was My Decision  –Alonso]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has disclosed that leaving Enzo Fern&aacute;ndez out of the squad for their Carabao Cup match against Luton Town was a joint decision made by himself and the club. Alonso explained that the choice was based on assessing what was best for the team for that specific game and giving minutes to [...]<br />
The post Carabao Cup: Not Selecting Enzo Was My Decision&ndash;Alonso appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/carabao-cup-not-selecting-enzo-was-my-decision-alonso/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 06:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/carabao-cup-not-selecting-enzo-was-my-decision-alonso/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UECL: Arokodare Nets Brace As Ajax See Off Sion]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tolu Arokodare scored twice as Ajax defeated Sion 5-3 in the second leg of their UEFA Europa Conference League playoff tie on Thursday night. The Dutch giants progressed to the group phase with a 9-5 aggregate victory. Arokodare, who was handed his first competitive start for Ajax, netted his side&rsquo;s third goal in first-half stoppage [...]<br />
The post UECL: Arokodare Nets Brace As Ajax See Off Sion appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/uecl-arokodare-nets-brace-as-ajax-see-off-sion/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 23:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/uecl-arokodare-nets-brace-as-ajax-see-off-sion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[US Open: Why Venus Keeps Getting Wildcards  –Stubbs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Serena Williams&rsquo; former coach and analyst Rennae Stubbs has disclosed that Venus Williams keeps receiving wildcards because she still drives massive ticket sales for tournaments. Tournament organizers hand out wildcards to big names like Venus because her legendary status still draws huge crowds and media attention. Read Also:2027 FIBA Basketball WCQ: D&rsquo;Tigers Must Remain Resilient, [...]<br />
The post US Open: Why Venus Keeps Getting Wildcards&ndash;Stubbs appeared first on Complete Spor]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/us-open-why-venus-keeps-getting-wildcards-stubbs/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 22:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/us-open-why-venus-keeps-getting-wildcards-stubbs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[President Tinubu Orders Comprehensive Football Reform After Gusau,  NFF Board Members Resign]]></title><description><![CDATA[President Bola Tinubu has directed a comprehensive reform of Nigerian football to overcome repeated failures to qualify for major regional, continental and world tournaments, completesports.com reports. This was disclosed in a statement by Special Adviser to the President on Information &amp; Strategy, Bayo Onanuga. The call for football reform by Tinubu comes following the resignation [...]<br />
The post President Tinubu Orders Comprehensive Football Reform After Gusau,NFF Board Members Resign appea]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/president-tinubu-orders-comprehensive-football-reform-after-gusau-nff-board-members-resign/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 21:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/president-tinubu-orders-comprehensive-football-reform-after-gusau-nff-board-members-resign/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PSG Need Squad Depth To Win Trophies  –Enrique]]></title><description><![CDATA[Paris Saint-Germain manager Luis Enrique has disclosed that a full squad of 23 players is essential to win trophies rather than relying on just a starting eleven. Following a 2-2 draw with Stade Rennais where new signing Ferran Torres came off the bench to score twice, the coach noted that players returning from heavy international [...]<br />
The post PSG Need Squad Depth To Win Trophies&ndash;Enrique appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/psg-need-squad-depth-to-win-trophies-enrique/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 21:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/psg-need-squad-depth-to-win-trophies-enrique/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFU B Women’s Champions League: Edo Queens Edge ASEC Mimosas To Reach Semi-Finals]]></title><description><![CDATA[Edo Queens secured a place in the semi-finals of the WAFU B Women&rsquo;s Champions League after recording a 3-1 victory over ASEC Mimosas on Thursday night. The Nigerian champions made a bright start to the encounter and were rewarded in the 23rd minute when Oluwakemi Adegbuyi opened the scoring. Doosuur Atume doubled Edo Queens&rsquo; advantage [...]<br />
The post WAFU B Women&rsquo;s Champions League: Edo Queens Edge ASEC Mimosas To Reach Semi-Finals appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafu-b-womens-champions-league-edo-queens-edge-asec-mimosas-to-reach-semi-finals/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 21:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafu-b-womens-champions-league-edo-queens-edge-asec-mimosas-to-reach-semi-finals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UCL: Arsenal To Face Madrid, Bayern, Dortmund As Man City Draw PSG, Barcelona In League Phase]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal&rsquo;s quest to go one step further in the UEFA Champions League will see them host Real Madrid and includes a trip to face German champions Bayern Munich in this season&rsquo;s competition, ESPN reports. The Premier League champions will also welcome Bayern&rsquo;s perennial rivals Borussia Dortmund to the Emirates during the league phase while Ligue [...]<br />
The post UCL: Arsenal To Face Madrid, Bayern, Dortmund As Man City Draw PSG, Barcelona In League Phase appeared first on Complete S]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ucl-arsenal-to-face-madrid-bayern-dortmund-as-man-city-draw-psg-barcelona-in-league-phase/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 20:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ucl-arsenal-to-face-madrid-bayern-dortmund-as-man-city-draw-psg-barcelona-in-league-phase/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gusau-Led NFF Board Deserves Thorough Probe To Ensure Accountability — Ikhana]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Nigeria defender Kadiri Ikhana, MON, has declared that the mass resignation of the Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau-led Board of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) is a clear acceptance of failure on the part of the football governing body, Completesports.com reports. Gusau Board&rsquo;s Four-Year Tenure Should Be Probed Ikhana, 74, also said the Gusau-led board&rsquo;s [...]<br />
The post Gusau-Led NFF Board Deserves Thorough Probe To Ensure Accountability &mdash; Ikhana appeared first on Complet]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/gusau-led-nff-board-deserves-thorough-probe-to-ensure-accountability-ikhana/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 20:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/gusau-led-nff-board-deserves-thorough-probe-to-ensure-accountability-ikhana/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arsenal Terminate Nelson’s Contract]]></title><description><![CDATA[Reiss Nelson has agreed a deal with Premier League champions Arsenal to terminate his contract by mutual consent. Arsenal, in a statement, wrote:&rdquo;We can confirm that Reiss Nelson has left the club. &ldquo;Together with Reiss, we agreed to terminate his contract with immediate effect for him to become a free agent. &ldquo;Reiss, 26, spent 18 [...]<br />
The post Arsenal Terminate Nelson&rsquo;s Contract appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arsenal-terminate-nelsons-contract/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 20:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arsenal-terminate-nelsons-contract/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I’ve Freedom To Drift About The Pitch Under Alonso  –Palmer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chelsea star Cole Palmer has disclosed that the Blues manager Xabi Alonso has granted him the tactical freedom to roam and drift across the pitch. Palmer stated that Alonso told him to drop deep, get on the ball, create, and play without restriction. The freedom directly contributed to his performance and goal during Chelsea&rsquo;s opening [...]<br />
The post I&rsquo;ve Freedom To Drift About The Pitch Under Alonso&ndash;Palmer appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ive-freedom-to-drift-about-the-pitch-under-alonso-palmer/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 20:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ive-freedom-to-drift-about-the-pitch-under-alonso-palmer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Marmoush Joins Tottenham Hotspur On Loan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Egypt international forward Omar Marmoush has completed a season-long loan move to Tottenham Hotspur from Manchester City. The agreement includes an obligation for Spurs to make the transfer permanent next summer. Marmoush, 27, will be hoping to play a key role for Tottenham and make a strong impact during his spell at the club. Marmoush [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Marmoush Joins Tottenham Hotspur On Loan appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-marmoush-joins-tottenham-hotspur-on-loan/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-marmoush-joins-tottenham-hotspur-on-loan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arteta Gives Injury Update On Guimaraes, Saliba, Timber Ahead Villa Vs Arsenal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mikel Arteta has been handed a boost after confirming Bruno Guimaraes is in contention to make his Arsenal debut, Independent reports. The Gunners face Aston Villa on Monday night as they continue their Premier League title defence. And after a &pound;75m move from Newcastle, Bruno Guimaraes&rsquo; delayed full debut could take place at Villa Park, [...]<br />
The post Arteta Gives Injury Update On Guimaraes, Saliba, Timber Ahead Villa Vs Arsenal appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arteta-gives-injury-update-on-guimaraes-saliba-timber-ahead-villa-vs-arsenal/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arteta-gives-injury-update-on-guimaraes-saliba-timber-ahead-villa-vs-arsenal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kompany: I have to prove myself all over again at Bayern]]></title><description><![CDATA[Vincent Kompany believes he must "prove myself all over again" ahead of Bayern Munich's Bundesliga opener against Stuttgart on Friday.<br />
Bayern cruised to the Bundesliga title last season, finishing 16 points clear of second-place Borussia Dortmund, while also winning the DFB-Pokal.<br />
They scored a competition record 122 goals, while Kompany became the fourth manager to win the Bundesliga in each of his first two seasons.<br />
Bayern have also started 2026-27 with some silverware, defeating rivals Dortmu]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/kompany-i-have-to-prove-myself-all-over-again-at-bayern/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/kompany-i-have-to-prove-myself-all-over-again-at-bayern/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NFF President Gusau, General Secretary Sanusi, Other Board Members Resign]]></title><description><![CDATA[President of the Nigeria Football Federation,NFF, Ibrahim Gusau, has formally resigned from office, ending his tenure as head of the country&rsquo;s football governing body. Gusau confirmed his resignation at a press conference in Abuja on Thursday, stating that the decision takes immediate effect. Mohammed Sanusi, General Secretary of the NFF also announced his resignation during [...]<br />
The post NFF President Gusau, General Secretary Sanusi, Other Board Members Resign appeared first on Complete]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nff-president-gusau-general-secretary-sanusi-other-board-members-resign/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nff-president-gusau-general-secretary-sanusi-other-board-members-resign/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dele-Bashiru Sidelined After Injury Setback]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fisayo Dele-Bashiru is expected to spend between 15 and 20 days on the sidelines after sustaining an injury during Lazio&rsquo;s Serie A clash with Bologna. The Nigeria international picked up the injury in the encounter at the Stadio Renato Dall&rsquo;Ara on August 24 and was replaced by Davide Frattesi in the 54th minute. According to [...]<br />
The post Dele-Bashiru Sidelined After Injury Setback appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/dele-bashiru-sidelined-after-injury-setback/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 15:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/dele-bashiru-sidelined-after-injury-setback/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Joveljic promises goals and wins for Seattle after trade from Sporting KC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dejan Joveljic has vowed to "bring goals and help win games"&nbsp;for Seattle Sounders after his trade from Sporting Kansas City, with Chicago Fire set to be his first game.<br />
Seattle have struggled recently and are on a nine-game winless streak, though they ended an eight-match losing run with a 1-1 draw at FC Cincinnati last time out.<br />
During that run, they have scored just five goals, but Brian Schmetzer will be hoping Joveljic can change that, with the striker already scoring eight times in MLS]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/joveljic-promises-goals-and-wins-for-seattle-after-trade-from-sporting-kc/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 15:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/joveljic-promises-goals-and-wins-for-seattle-after-trade-from-sporting-kc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Who Should NFF Appoint As New Super Falcons Head Coach Following Justin Madugu’s Sacking?]]></title><description><![CDATA[With Justin Madugu now out of the picture, the Super Falcons are once again facing a big question: who should take charge of Nigeria&rsquo;s women&rsquo;s national team? The NFF will need to make a decision that goes beyond simply finding a replacement. The next coach must understand Nigerian football, manage a talented squad, compete at [...]<br />
The post Who Should NFF Appoint As New Super Falcons Head Coach Following Justin Madugu&rsquo;s Sacking? appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/who-should-nff-appoint-as-new-super-falcons-head-coach-following-justin-madugus-sacking/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 15:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/who-should-nff-appoint-as-new-super-falcons-head-coach-following-justin-madugus-sacking/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘There is still a lot more to achieve’ – Isidor signs Sunderland contract extension]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wilson Isidor believes Sunderland still have "a lot more to achieve"&nbsp;after extending his contract with the club to June 2030.<br />
Isidor has made 82 appearances for Sunderland in all competitions so far, having initially joined on loan in August 2024 from Zenit.<br />
He went on to make the move permanent the following February, helping Sunderland to earn promotion to the Premier League.<br />
Isidor has scored 19 goals for Sunderland in total, including 12 in his first season &ndash; which included one in]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/there-is-still-a-lot-more-to-achieve-isidor-signs-sunderland-contract-extension/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/there-is-still-a-lot-more-to-achieve-isidor-signs-sunderland-contract-extension/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘He’s Very Hungry To Make History With Real Madrid’  –Mourinho Hails Mbappe After Hattrick Vs Real Sociedad]]></title><description><![CDATA[Real Madrid manager Jos&eacute; Mourinho has praised Kylian Mbapp&eacute; after a stellar hat-trick for the Los Blancos, describing his performance level as stratospheric and noting that he is a player with a huge hunger to make history. Following a stellar hat-trick against Real Sociedad, Mourinho in a chat with the club&rsquo;s website, emphasized that Mbapp&eacute; [...]<br />
The post &lsquo;He&rsquo;s Very Hungry To Make History With Real Madrid&rsquo;&ndash;Mourinho Hails Mbappe After Hattrick V]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/hes-very-hungry-to-make-history-with-real-madrid-mourinho-hails-mbappe-after-hattrick-vs-real-sociedad/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/hes-very-hungry-to-make-history-with-real-madrid-mourinho-hails-mbappe-after-hattrick-vs-real-sociedad/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prediction: Real Madrid vs Malaga]]></title><description><![CDATA[Looking to extend on their stellar start to the 2026/27 campaign, Real Madrid will welcome Malaga to the Spanish capital on Sunday afternoon.<br />
With a stacked schedule from across the continent this weekend, there are plenty of attractive betting promotions available.<br />
Verdict: Vinicius Junior to score anytime<br />
Best Odds: 21/20<br />
Bookmaker:&nbsp;BetUS<br />
Real Madrid<br />
Starting with the hosts, while many might have been shocked over the summer following Jose Mourinho&rsquo;s blockbuster return to the Spanis]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prediction-real-madrid-vs-malaga/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prediction-real-madrid-vs-malaga/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mitrovic relishing chance to see Turgeman reach goalscoring potential]]></title><description><![CDATA[Marko Mitrovic is excited to watch striker Dor Turgeman grow into his goalscoring potential as New England Revolution prepare to travel to Columbus Crew in MLS.<br />
Turgeman was on target for the Revs in their 1-1 draw with New York City FC last time out, netting the opener to give them a short-lived lead.<br />
That draw means New England have now won just one of their last five MLS matches (D2 L2), though they remain fourth in the Eastern Conference, with a bit of breathing space over the teams below th]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/mitrovic-relishing-chance-to-see-turgeman-reach-goalscoring-potential/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/mitrovic-relishing-chance-to-see-turgeman-reach-goalscoring-potential/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027 FIBA Basketball WCQ: D’Tigers Must Remain Resilient, Hungry  –Okoye]]></title><description><![CDATA[D&rsquo;Tigers star Stan Okoye has disclosed that the Nigerian men&rsquo;s basketball team must maintain strict focus for a full 40 minutes in every game to secure their goal of qualifying for the FIBA Basketball World Cup. Speaking ahead of Window 4 of the FIBA Basketball World Cup African Qualifiers in Rades, Tunisia, Okoye emphasized taking [...]<br />
The post 2027 FIBA Basketball WCQ: D&rsquo;Tigers Must Remain Resilient, Hungry&ndash;Okoye appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/2027-fiba-basketball-wcq-dtigers-must-remain-resilient-hungry-okoye/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/2027-fiba-basketball-wcq-dtigers-must-remain-resilient-hungry-okoye/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Nottingham Forest Sign Liam Delap]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nottingham Forest have completed the signing of striker Liam Delap from Chelsea. The 23-year-old has put pen to paper on a five-year contract at the City Ground, bringing his one-season spell with Chelsea to an end. Delap will wear the number 19 shirt for Forest during the 2026/27 campaign. The forward is excited about the [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Nottingham Forest Sign Liam Delap appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-nottingham-forest-sign-liam-delap/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-nottingham-forest-sign-liam-delap/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prediction: Sevilla vs Atletico Madrid]]></title><description><![CDATA[In what could be an action-packed La Liga showdown on Saturday night, Sevilla will welcome Atletico Madrid to Andalusia.<br />
Ahead of a stacked Saturday schedule from across the continent, there are plenty of eye-catching betting promotions available.<br />
Verdict: Both teams to score<br />
Best Odds: 19/20<br />
Bookmaker:&nbsp;1xBet<br />
Sevilla<br />
Starting with the hosts, limping their way to a downbeat 13th-place finish last season and coming under a huge amount of public scrutiny, Sevilla were simply hoping for some ki]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prediction-sevilla-vs-atletico-madrid/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prediction-sevilla-vs-atletico-madrid/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Forest bring in Delap for club-record fee]]></title><description><![CDATA[Liam Delap has joined Nottingham Forest from Chelsea in a club-record deal worth up to a reported &pound;50m.<br />
The 23-year-old has signed a five-year contract with Forest through to June 2031, in a transfer&nbsp;supposedly made up of a fixed &pound;45m fee with a potential &pound;5m in add-ons, just one year after he joined the Blues.<br />
Chelsea signed Delap last June from Ipswich Town, following the Tractor Boys'&nbsp;relegation from the Premier League, for around &pound;30m.<br />
While he scored 12 goa]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/forest-bring-in-delap-for-club-record-fee/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/forest-bring-in-delap-for-club-record-fee/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Carpenter lauds Chelsea’s resilience after closing in on Champions League]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ellie Carpenter hailed Chelsea for sticking together and coming from behind to beat Real Sociedad, putting them&nbsp;on the brink of a Women's Champions League place.<br />
Having finished third in the Women's Super League last season, Chelsea are going through qualifying to try and book their place in the Champions League proper.<br />
They seemingly have one foot in the competition after recording a 5-2 victory over La Real in the first leg of the third qualifying round.<br />
Melvine Malard enjoyed a dream deb]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/carpenter-lauds-chelseas-resilience-after-closing-in-on-champions-league/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/carpenter-lauds-chelseas-resilience-after-closing-in-on-champions-league/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prediction: Tottenham vs Newcastle]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two camps who will turn their attention back to Premier League duties on Saturday evening, Tottenham will welcome Newcastle to north London.<br />
With a stacked Premier League schedule pencilled in this weekend, there are plenty of eye-catching betting promotions available.<br />
Verdict: Both teams to score<br />
Best Odds: 2/3<br />
Bookmaker:&nbsp;BetUS<br />
Tottenham<br />
Starting with the hosts, while Tottenham might have extended on their EFL Cup adventure on Wednesday night as they cruised their way to a routine 5-1 romp]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prediction-tottenham-vs-newcastle/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prediction-tottenham-vs-newcastle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Morato to Roma: Talks open with Nottingham Forest over loan-to-buy deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Roma have opened talks with Nottingham Forest over a loan move for Brazilian centre-back Morato, according to Gianluca Di Marzio, with the two clubs discussing a loan containing a purchase option that Forest want turned into an obligation under certain conditions.<br />
Di Marzio reports the clubs &ldquo;have opened initial contacts,&rdquo; while LaRoma24 adds that Morato has already reached an agreement in principle with Roma on personal terms, a &ldquo;1+4&rdquo; contract running through 2031.<br />
The m]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/morato-to-roma-talks-open-with-nottingham-forest-over-loan-to-buy-deal/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/morato-to-roma-talks-open-with-nottingham-forest-over-loan-to-buy-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[1XCup 2026: Four Games Hold Today As Battle For Group Stage Spots Intensifies]]></title><description><![CDATA[The battle for places in the group stage of the 1XCup 2026 grassroots football competition continues today, Thursday, August 27, with four intriguing second-round fixtures scheduled to take place at the Inspire Sports Ground, Cappa, Oshodi, Lagos as teams fight to keep their dreams of winning the trophy alive. The first match action for today [...]<br />
The post 1XCup 2026: Four Games Hold Today As Battle For Group Stage Spots Intensifies appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/1xcup-2026-four-games-hold-today-as-battle-for-group-stage-spots-intensifies/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/1xcup-2026-four-games-hold-today-as-battle-for-group-stage-spots-intensifies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NPFL: Yusuf Vows To Make Shooting Stars Better, More Competitive]]></title><description><![CDATA[Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) newly appointed Head Coach, Salisu Yusuf, has vowed to make the Oluyole Warriors a &lsquo;better&rsquo; and more &lsquo;competitive&rsquo; team in the EuroMatch NPFL 2026/2027 season, CAF Confederation Cup and President Federation Cup, Completesports.com reports. Yusuf, a former Super Eagles coach, took over the leadership of the Ibadan side on 14 [...]<br />
The post NPFL: Yusuf Vows To Make Shooting Stars Better, More Competitive appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-yusuf-vows-to-make-shooting-stars-better-more-competitive/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 10:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-yusuf-vows-to-make-shooting-stars-better-more-competitive/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Europa League: Nwaiwu Gets Two-Match Suspension For Ferencváros Red Card]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chibuike Nwaiwu has been handed a two-match suspension following his red card in the first leg of Trabzonspor&rsquo;s UEFA Europa League playoff tie against Ferencv&aacute;ros. Ferencv&aacute;ros claimed a 1-0 victory at Papara Park, with Kristoffer Zachariassen scoring the decisive goal in the 17th minute. Nwaiwu was shown a red card in the closing stages of [...]<br />
The post Europa League: Nwaiwu Gets Two-Match Suspension For Ferencv&aacute;ros Red Card appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/europa-league-nwaiwu-gets-two-match-suspension-for-ferencvros-red-card/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 10:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/europa-league-nwaiwu-gets-two-match-suspension-for-ferencvros-red-card/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NFF President, Board Members Reportedly Resign]]></title><description><![CDATA[Unconfirmed reports are making the rounds that the President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Ibrahim Musa Gusau, alongside other Executive Committee members of the football governing body have resigned. The resignation of Gusau and other board members came following mounting pressure over Nigeria&rsquo;s recent poor performances in major international football competitions. The resignation comes [...]<br />
The post NFF President, Board Members Reportedly Resign appeared first on Complete Sp]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nff-president-board-members-reportedly-resign/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 08:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nff-president-board-members-reportedly-resign/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Carabao Cup 3rd Round: Liverpool Host Spurs As Arsenal, Chelsea, Man United Know Opponents]]></title><description><![CDATA[Liverpool will host Tottenham in the third round of the Carabao Cup, while Manchester United face Brighton as one of a potential six all-Premier League ties, Sky Sports reports. Spurs travel to Anfield in the competition for the second time in three seasons, having lost 4-1 on aggregate to the Reds in the semi-finals of [...]<br />
The post Carabao Cup 3rd Round: Liverpool Host Spurs As Arsenal, Chelsea, Man United Know Opponents appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/carabao-cup-3rd-round-liverpool-host-spurs-as-arsenal-chelsea-man-united-know-opponents/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 07:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/carabao-cup-3rd-round-liverpool-host-spurs-as-arsenal-chelsea-man-united-know-opponents/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[U-20 WWC: Falconets Captain Igbokwe, Abdulwahab Miss Out Over Visa Issues]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s Falconets have been forced to make two changes to their squad for the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women&rsquo;s World Cup following visa issues involving captain Joe Igbokwe and defender Faridat Abdulwahab. The duo were unable to secure entry visas to Poland and have consequently been replaced in the squad by Vivian Kachi and Alaba Olabiyi. [...]<br />
The post U-20 WWC: Falconets Captain Igbokwe, Abdulwahab Miss Out Over Visa Issues appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/u-20-wwc-falconets-captain-igbokwe-abdulwahab-miss-out-over-visa-issues/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 07:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/u-20-wwc-falconets-captain-igbokwe-abdulwahab-miss-out-over-visa-issues/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Itauma Million Times Better Than Joshua, Fury  –British Boxing Legend]]></title><description><![CDATA[British boxing legend Prince Naseem Hamed has declared that rising heavyweight prospect Moses Itauma is a million times better than Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua. Hamed stated in an interview with BBC Sport that Itauma operates on a completely different tier compared to the decorated British former world champions. Read Also:Joshua Vs Fury Fight Should [...]<br />
The post Itauma Million Times Better Than Joshua, Fury&ndash;British Boxing Legend appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/itauma-million-times-better-than-joshua-fury-british-boxing-legend/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 07:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/itauma-million-times-better-than-joshua-fury-british-boxing-legend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sage: Mateta Won’t Leave Crystal Palace Despite Ongoing Dispute]]></title><description><![CDATA[Crystal Palace manager Pierre Sage says he expects Jean-Philippe Mateta to stay at the club through the end of the transfer window despite the striker&rsquo;s ongoing contract dispute. Mateta and his legal team argued that a one-year contract extension triggered by Crystal Palace in 2024 is invalid, which would have made him a free agent. [...]<br />
The post Sage: Mateta Won&rsquo;t Leave Crystal Palace Despite Ongoing Dispute appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sage-mateta-wont-leave-crystal-palace-despite-ongoing-dispute/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 06:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sage-mateta-wont-leave-crystal-palace-despite-ongoing-dispute/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chelsea In Advance Talks Over €40m Deal For Italy-Born Nigerian Defender Ahanor]]></title><description><![CDATA[Premier League giants Chelsea are in advanced talks over a &euro;40 million deal for Atalanta&rsquo;s Italian-born Nigerian defender Honest Ahanor. This was revealed by European transfer expert and Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano. &ldquo;Chelsea are in advanced talks over &euro;40m deal for Honest Ahanor from Atalanta,&rdquo; Romano wrote on his X handle. &ldquo;Understand the agreement for [...]<br />
The post Chelsea In Advance Talks Over &euro;40m Deal For Italy-Born Nigerian Defender Ahanor app]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/chelsea-in-advance-talks-over-40m-deal-for-italy-born-nigerian-defender-ahanor/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 23:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/chelsea-in-advance-talks-over-40m-deal-for-italy-born-nigerian-defender-ahanor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[U-20 WWC: Falconets Settle In Trzebnica, Step  Up Preparations]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s Falconets, have settled into their training camp in Trzebnica, Poland and wasted no time in stepping up preparations for the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women&rsquo;s World Cup. The two-time FIFA U-20 Women&rsquo;s World Cup silver-medallists commenced training on Wednesday at the Stadion Miejski, Fair Play Arena, with the technical crew and players displaying zeal, intensity [...]<br />
The post U-20 WWC: Falconets Settle In Trzebnica, StepUp Preparations appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/u-20-wwc-falconets-settle-in-trzebnica-step-up-preparations/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 23:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/u-20-wwc-falconets-settle-in-trzebnica-step-up-preparations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Don’t Hesitate To Leave Liverpool  –McCoist Advises Elliott]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sunderland legend Ally McCoist has advised Harvey Elliott to leave Liverpool for Newcastle United before the transfer window closes. Speaking on talkSPORT, McCoist stated that Elliott wouldn&rsquo;t look out of place in Newcastle&rsquo;s team, comparing his potential utility to players like Anthony Gordon. Read Also:Chelsea Considering Late Move For Former Arsenal Star &ldquo;His contract is [...]<br />
The post Don&rsquo;t Hesitate To Leave Liverpool&ndash;McCoist Advises Elliott appeared first on Co]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/dont-hesitate-to-leave-liverpool-mccoist-advises-elliott/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 22:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/dont-hesitate-to-leave-liverpool-mccoist-advises-elliott/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EXCLUSIVE: Owumi — EuroMatch Deal To Unlock New Revenue, More Sponsorship Opportunities For NPFL]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, Chief Operating Officer Davidson Owumi has expressed confidence that the league&rsquo;s new partnership with EuroMatch will unlock fresh revenue streams and attract more sponsors to the Nigerian top-flight. The NPFL officially unveiled EuroMatch as its new title sponsor in Abuja on Wednesday. Among the dignitaries present at the event were [...]<br />
The post EXCLUSIVE: Owumi &mdash; EuroMatch Deal To Unlock New Revenue, More Sponsorship Opportunities For NPFL a]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/exclusive-owumi-euromatch-deal-to-unlock-new-revenue-more-sponsorship-opportunities-for-npfl-2/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 21:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/exclusive-owumi-euromatch-deal-to-unlock-new-revenue-more-sponsorship-opportunities-for-npfl-2/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EXCLUSIVE: Owumi: EuroMatch Deal To Unlock New Revenue, More Sponsorship Opportunities For NPFL]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, Chief Operating Officer Davidson Owumi has expressed confidence that the league&rsquo;s new partnership with EuroMatch will unlock fresh revenue streams and attract more sponsors to the Nigerian top-flight. The NPFL officially unveiled EuroMatch as its new title sponsor in Abuja on Wednesday. Among the dignitaries present at the event were [...]<br />
The post EXCLUSIVE: Owumi: EuroMatch Deal To Unlock New Revenue, More Sponsorship Opportunities For NPFL appeared]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/exclusive-owumi-euromatch-deal-to-unlock-new-revenue-more-sponsorship-opportunities-for-npfl/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 21:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/exclusive-owumi-euromatch-deal-to-unlock-new-revenue-more-sponsorship-opportunities-for-npfl/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Italy Withdraw Support For Infantino’s FIFA Re-Election Bid]]></title><description><![CDATA[Italy&rsquo;s football federation (FIGC) has formally withdrawn its support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino&rsquo;s upcoming re-election bid. The move aligns fully with UEFA and its president, Aleksander &#268;eferin, regarding concerns over FIFA&rsquo;s recent governance choices. Read Also:Done Deal: Bouaddi Completes Move To Manchester City The backlash began after a revealed plan to sell a 20% [...]<br />
The post Italy Withdraw Support For Infantino&rsquo;s FIFA Re-Election Bid appeared first]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/italy-withdraw-support-for-infantinos-fifa-re-election-bid/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 19:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/italy-withdraw-support-for-infantinos-fifa-re-election-bid/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian Winger Joins Slovakian Club AS  Trenčín On Loan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigerian winger Ridwan Sanusi has completed a season-long loan move to Slovakian club AS Tren&#269;&iacute;n, Completesports.com reports. The agreement, according to information on Tren&#269;&iacute;n&rsquo;s official website, includes an option to make the transfer permanent. Sanusi joins the club from fellow Slovakian side M&Scaron;K &#381;ilina. The 23-year-old spent last season on loan at Podbrezov&aacute;, where he [...]<br />
The post Nigerian Winger Joins Slovakian Club ASTren&#269;&iacute;n On]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nigerian-winger-joins-slovakian-club-as-trenn-on-loan/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nigerian-winger-joins-slovakian-club-as-trenn-on-loan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘There Is Zero Chance Of Selling Alvarez’  –Atletico Madrid Hit Back At Barca]]></title><description><![CDATA[Atl&eacute;tico Madrid has issued a fierce response to FC Barcelona president Joan Laporta, declaring that there is a 0% chance of selling Juli&aacute;n &Aacute;lvarez to their La Liga rivals. Recall that Laporta publicly stated that Barcelona remains very interested in &Aacute;lvarez and hopes their offer will be accepted, maintaining respect for Atl&eacute;tico while keeping the [...]<br />
The post &lsquo;There Is Zero Chance Of Selling Alvarez&rsquo;&ndash;Atletico Madrid Hit Back At Barca appeare]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/there-is-zero-chance-of-selling-alvarez-atletico-madrid-hit-back-at-barca/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/there-is-zero-chance-of-selling-alvarez-atletico-madrid-hit-back-at-barca/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[AFCON 2027 Qualifiers: I’m Ready For Shirt Competition In Eagles  –Ajayi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Eagles defender Semi Ajayi has welcomed the strong competition for starting spots in the senior national team ahead of next month&rsquo;s 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau. Ajayi faces tough competition for central defensive positions alongside players like Calvin Bassey and other squad members. Known as &ldquo;The Tower,&rdquo; Ajayi remains [...]<br />
The post AFCON 2027 Qualifiers: I&rsquo;m Ready For Shirt Competition In Eagles&ndash;Ajayi appeared f]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/afcon-2027-qualifiers-im-ready-for-shirt-competition-in-eagles-ajayi/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 16:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/afcon-2027-qualifiers-im-ready-for-shirt-competition-in-eagles-ajayi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Russian Chess Official Dies After Suspected Malaria In Nigeria]]></title><description><![CDATA[International Chess Federation (FIDE) operations manager Sergey Indeykin has died at age 36 after reportedly developing a severe form of malaria following a work trip to Nigeria. Indeykin traveled to Abuja, Nigeria, in early August to help organize the FIDE World Amateur Rapid and Blitz Chess Championships. Read Also:NFF&rsquo;s Fact-Finding Committee Submit Report On Nigeria&rsquo;s [...]<br />
The post Russian Chess Official Dies After Suspected Malaria In Nigeria appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/russian-chess-official-dies-after-suspected-malaria-in-nigeria/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 16:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/russian-chess-official-dies-after-suspected-malaria-in-nigeria/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NPFL: Shooting Stars Ready To Chase Big Targets — Salami]]></title><description><![CDATA[Shooting Stars chairman Taiwo Salami has outlined an ambitious target for the Oluyole Warriors ahead of the 2026/27 season. The Ibadan-based club finished third in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) last season, securing a return to continental football for the first time in 27 years. In preparation for the new campaign, the five-time NPFL [...]<br />
The post NPFL: Shooting Stars Ready To Chase Big Targets &mdash; Salami appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-shooting-stars-ready-to-chase-big-targets-salami/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 16:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-shooting-stars-ready-to-chase-big-targets-salami/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chelsea Considering Late Move For Former Arsenal Star]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chelsea are considering a late move for Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez, according to Sky Sports. The Argentina international&rsquo;s representatives have offered Martinez to Chelsea. Chelsea&rsquo;s current No 1 goalkeeper Robert Sanchez came under criticism after his error in Monday&rsquo;s win at Fulham. Martinez needs to find a new club after Villa signed Zion Suzuki [...]<br />
The post Chelsea Considering Late Move For Former Arsenal Star appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/chelsea-considering-late-move-for-former-arsenal-star/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 15:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/chelsea-considering-late-move-for-former-arsenal-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chelsea Defender Disasi Joins Crystal Palace On Loan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Europa Conference League champions Crystal Palace have announced the signing of defender Axel Disasi on loan from Chelsea. Palace confirmed the signing in a statement on Wednesday. &ldquo;The 28-year-old centre-back, who was part of the France squad which finished runners-up at the 2022 FIFA World Cup, appearing in the Final &ndash; joins the Eagles on [...]<br />
The post Chelsea Defender Disasi Joins Crystal Palace On Loan appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/chelsea-defender-disasi-joins-crystal-palace-on-loan/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 15:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/chelsea-defender-disasi-joins-crystal-palace-on-loan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal:  Bouaddi Completes Move To Manchester City]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester City have completed the signing of Morocco international Ayyoub Bouaddi from Ligue 1 club Lille. Bouaddi penned a five-year contract with the Premier League giants. Bouaddi Thrilled With City Move The midfielder, who featured for Morocco at the 2026 FIFA World Cup is excited for the new challenge. &ldquo;This is a very special day [...]<br />
The post Done Deal:Bouaddi Completes Move To Manchester City appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-bouaddi-completes-move-to-manchester-city/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 13:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-bouaddi-completes-move-to-manchester-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NFF’s Fact-Finding Committee Submit Report On Nigeria’s Poor Showing At Major Football Tournaments]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) fact-finding committee has submitted its report on Nigeria&rsquo;s poor showing at major international tournaments. &nbsp; The Report Of The Fact-Finding Committee &ndash; &rsquo; , &nbsp; The Nigeria Football Federation is charged with the responsibility of developing and managing football in Nigeria. However, over the last few years, and during the [...]<br />
The post NFF&rsquo;s Fact-Finding Committee Submit Report On Nigeria&rsquo;s Poor Showing At Major Foot]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nffs-fact-finding-committee-submit-report-on-nigerias-poor-showing-at-major-football-tournaments/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nffs-fact-finding-committee-submit-report-on-nigerias-poor-showing-at-major-football-tournaments/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Falconets Land In Poland For FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Falconets of Nigeria have arrived in Poland ahead of the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women&rsquo;s World Cup, Completesports.com reports. The team will now intensify preparations for the global showpiece, with attention shifting to final training sessions, tactical drills and ensuring the players are in top condition for the tournament. Before departing Nigeria, the Falconets underwent [...]<br />
The post Falconets Land In Poland For FIFA U-20 Women&rsquo;s World Cup appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/falconets-land-in-poland-for-fifa-u-20-womens-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 11:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/falconets-land-in-poland-for-fifa-u-20-womens-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[1xCup 2026: Emmanuel Ben, Lamidi headline Matchweek 5 Team Of The Week]]></title><description><![CDATA[The organisers of the 1xCup 2026 have unveiled the Team of the Week for Matchweek 5, with standout performers from the latest round of matches such as Kiira FA striker, Emmanuel Ben and Collins Edwin SC winger, Olaitan Lamidi, earning recognition for their impressive displays. The Matchweek 5 Team of the Week covers matches played [...]<br />
The post 1xCup 2026: Emmanuel Ben, Lamidi headline Matchweek 5 Team Of The Week appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/1xcup-2026-emmanuel-ben-lamidi-headline-matchweek-5-team-of-the-week/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 11:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/1xcup-2026-emmanuel-ben-lamidi-headline-matchweek-5-team-of-the-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bitcoin Eyes $100K: How Crypto Holders Are Exploring Mining Income]]></title><description><![CDATA[Driven by a strong rally, the price of Bitcoin (BTC) briefly surpassed $79,000, returning to the market spotlight. This upward momentum was fueled by improved expectations regarding U.S. liquidity, renewed inflows into spot ETFs, and the forced liquidation of short positions worth billions of dollars. Institutional demand is also rebounding. On August 20, the U.S. [...]<br />
The post Bitcoin Eyes $100K: How Crypto Holders Are Exploring Mining Income appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/bitcoin-eyes-100k-how-crypto-holders-are-exploring-mining-income/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 10:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/bitcoin-eyes-100k-how-crypto-holders-are-exploring-mining-income/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-Chelsea Star Faces Jail Sentence For Dangerous Driving, Possessing Laughing Gas After Car Crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Chelsea star Raheem Sterling is facing a significant jail sentence after he was charged with dangerous driving, Metro reports. The 31-year-old, currently without a club following the termination of his Chelsea contract and a failed spell at Feyenoord, crashed his Lamborghini on the M3 back in May. Sterling also faces charges of possessing laughing [...]<br />
The post Ex-Chelsea Star Faces Jail Sentence For Dangerous Driving, Possessing Laughing Gas After Car Crash appeared first on Complete Sp]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ex-chelsea-star-faces-jail-sentence-for-dangerous-driving-possessing-laughing-gas-after-car-crash/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 10:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ex-chelsea-star-faces-jail-sentence-for-dangerous-driving-possessing-laughing-gas-after-car-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NNL: Calabar Rovers Appoint Blankson As Head Coach After Acquiring OYC Slot]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Delta Queens and Rivers Angels head coach, Tosan Blankson, has been appointed head coach of Calabar Rovers ahead of the 2026/2027 Nigeria National League season, Completesports.com reports. Calabar Rovers Secure NNL Return This followed the Canaan City side&rsquo;s acquisition of the NNL slot of OYC FC, Warri. OYC gained promotion to the NNL after [...]<br />
The post NNL: Calabar Rovers Appoint Blankson As Head Coach After Acquiring OYC Slot appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nnl-calabar-rovers-appoint-blankson-as-head-coach-after-acquiring-oyc-slot/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 09:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nnl-calabar-rovers-appoint-blankson-as-head-coach-after-acquiring-oyc-slot/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[De Zerbi Blames Preseason Tour Of Australia For Spurs’ Physical Unreadiness]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi blamed the club&rsquo;s pre-season tour of Australia for their physical unreadiness and a 3-0 opening-day defeat to Brentford. De Zerbi stated that Tottenham are behind schedule in their fitness and not yet a fully functioning team. He explained that Femi Azeez Makes PFA Championship Team Of The Yearlong-haul travel to [...]<br />
The post De Zerbi Blames Preseason Tour Of Australia For Spurs&rsquo; Physical Unreadiness appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/de-zerbi-blames-preseason-tour-of-australia-for-spurs-physical-unreadiness/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 09:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/de-zerbi-blames-preseason-tour-of-australia-for-spurs-physical-unreadiness/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[We Saw The Qualities We Brought Him Here For  —Lampard Speaks On Awoniyi’s Display In Carabao Cup Win]]></title><description><![CDATA[Frank Lampard has praised Taiwo Awoniyi for his impressive performance in Coventry City&rsquo;s win against lower division side Plymouth in the second round of the Carabao Cup on Tuesday night. Awoniyi marked his first start for Coventry with a goal and assist as Coventry saw off Plymouth 4-2 to reach the third round. The Nigeria [...]<br />
The post We Saw The Qualities We Brought Him Here For&mdash;Lampard Speaks On Awoniyi&rsquo;s Display In Carabao Cup Win appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/we-saw-the-qualities-we-brought-him-here-for-lampard-speaks-on-awoniyis-display-in-carabao-cup-win/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 08:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/we-saw-the-qualities-we-brought-him-here-for-lampard-speaks-on-awoniyis-display-in-carabao-cup-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Guimarães: I Have A Lot Of Space For Trophies]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal midfielder Bruno Guimar&atilde;es has disclosed that he has a lot of space for trophies on his body as he pursues major silverware following his transfer to Arsenal. The midfielder joined the Gunners from Newcastle United in a deal worth &pound;75 million this summer. Having already inked past successes like the Carabao Cup onto his [...]<br />
The post Guimar&atilde;es: I Have A Lot Of Space For Trophies appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/guimares-i-have-a-lot-of-space-for-trophies/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 07:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/guimares-i-have-a-lot-of-space-for-trophies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Femi Azeez Makes  PFA Championship Team Of  The Year]]></title><description><![CDATA[Femi Azeez has been named in the Professional Footballers&rsquo; Association (PFA) Championship Team of the Year following an impressive 2025/26 campaign with Millwall, Completesports.com reports. The 24-year-old was rewarded for his outstanding performances for the Lions after registering 11 goals and eight assists in 37 league appearances. Azeez played a key role in Millwall&rsquo;s push [...]<br />
The post Femi Azeez MakesPFA Championship Team OfThe Year appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/femi-azeez-makes-pfa-championship-team-of-the-year/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 07:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/femi-azeez-makes-pfa-championship-team-of-the-year/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rodon lauds ‘unbelievable’ Leeds squad depth after EFL Cup win at Forest]]></title><description><![CDATA[Joe Rodon described Leeds United's squad depth as "unbelievable" after they reached the third round of the EFL Cup following a 2-0 victory away to Nottingham Forest.&nbsp;<br />
Leeds returned to the City Ground three days after Anton Stach's late winner handed Daniel Farke's side a 1-0 triumph on the opening day of the Premier League season.&nbsp;<br />
The likes of&nbsp;Daniel James,&nbsp;Noah Okafor, Ao Tanaka and&nbsp;Lukas Nmecha were&nbsp;handed starts for Leeds, while there was also a debut for summe]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/rodon-lauds-unbelievable-leeds-squad-depth-after-efl-cup-win-at-forest/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/rodon-lauds-unbelievable-leeds-squad-depth-after-efl-cup-win-at-forest/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Carabao Cup: Awoniyi Scores, Provides Assist As Forest Beat Plymouth 4-2 To Reach 3rd Round]]></title><description><![CDATA[Taiwo Awoniyi opened his goals account for Coventry as he scored and also bagged an assist in their 4-2 win away to League One (third division) side Plymouth in the second round of the Carabao Cup on Tuesday. It was Awoniyi&rsquo;s second appearance for Coventry after making his debut in the 3-0 defeat to Arsenal [...]<br />
The post Carabao Cup: Awoniyi Scores, Provides Assist As Forest Beat Plymouth 4-2 To Reach 3rd Round appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/carabao-cup-awoniyi-scores-provides-assist-as-forest-beat-plymouth-4-2-to-reach-3rd-round/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 23:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/carabao-cup-awoniyi-scores-provides-assist-as-forest-beat-plymouth-4-2-to-reach-3rd-round/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Carabao Cup: Awoniyi Scores, Provides Assist As Coventry Beat Plymouth 4-2 To Reach 3rd Round]]></title><description><![CDATA[Taiwo Awoniyi opened his goals account for Coventry as he scored and also bagged an assist in their 4-2 win away to League One (third division) side Plymouth in the second round of the Carabao Cup on Tuesday. It was Awoniyi&rsquo;s second appearance for Coventry after making his debut in the 3-0 defeat to Arsenal [...]<br />
The post Carabao Cup: Awoniyi Scores, Provides Assist As Coventry Beat Plymouth 4-2 To Reach 3rd Round appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/carabao-cup-awoniyi-scores-provides-assist-as-coventry-beat-plymouth-4-2-to-reach-3rd-round/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 23:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/carabao-cup-awoniyi-scores-provides-assist-as-coventry-beat-plymouth-4-2-to-reach-3rd-round/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nkunku returns to Leipzig on loan from AC Milan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Christopher Nkunku is back in the Bundesliga after his season-long loan move to RB Leipzig from AC Milan was confirmed on Tuesday.&nbsp;<br />
Nkunku, who played for Leipzig between 2019 and 2023 before joining Chelsea, has returned to the club he made his name at after just one season in Serie A.&nbsp;<br />
It has been reported that the deal is worth&nbsp;an initial &euro;4m for the loan, with the option to buy set at&nbsp;&euro;28m should Leipzig exercise it at the end of the 2026-27 campaign.&nbsp;<br />
The]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nkunku-returns-to-leipzig-on-loan-from-ac-milan/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 22:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nkunku-returns-to-leipzig-on-loan-from-ac-milan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NPFL: Rangers To Host  Katsina United In Abeokuta]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rangers will host Katsina United in their opening fixture of the 2026/27 Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, season at the MKO Abiola Sports Complex in Abeokuta. The defending champions have chosen the Abeokuta venue as their temporary home ground due to ongoing renovation work at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium in Enugu. The Flying Antelopes will [...]<br />
The post NPFL: Rangers To HostKatsina United In Abeokuta appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-rangers-to-host-katsina-united-in-abeokuta/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 22:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-rangers-to-host-katsina-united-in-abeokuta/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NPFL Opener: Rangers Battle Katsina United In Abeokuta]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rangers will host Katsina United in the opening fixture of the 2026/27 Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, season at the MKO Abiola Sports Complex in Abeokuta. The defending champions have chosen the Abeokuta venue as their temporary home ground due to ongoing renovation work at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium in Enugu. The Flying Antelopes will [...]<br />
The post NPFL Opener: Rangers Battle Katsina United In Abeokuta appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-opener-rangers-battle-katsina-united-in-abeokuta/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 22:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-opener-rangers-battle-katsina-united-in-abeokuta/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stop Complaining About Your Teammates  –Scholes Tells Fernandes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Man United legend Paul Scholes has told Red Devils captain Bruno Fernandes that he should have kept his mouth shut following the team&rsquo;s 2-0 opening-day defeat to Hull City. Speaking on The Good, The Bad &amp; The Football podcast, Scholes reacted to Fernandes publicly criticizing his teammates and claiming United were repeating the same mistakes [...]<br />
The post Stop Complaining About Your Teammates&ndash;Scholes Tells Fernandes appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/stop-complaining-about-your-teammates-scholes-tells-fernandes/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 21:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/stop-complaining-about-your-teammates-scholes-tells-fernandes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘I’m a winner’ – Xavi relishing the pressure of Netherlands role]]></title><description><![CDATA[Xavi is relishing the pressure of being the Netherlands head coach, citing his success during his playing days as the reason why he is confident he will thrive in the role.&nbsp;<br />
On Tuesday, Xavi was officially unveiled as the new Netherlands boss after putting pen to paper on a four-year contract earlier this month to replace Ronald Koeman at the helm.&nbsp;<br />
The Oranje parted ways with Koeman for the second time in the wake of their round-of-32 exit at this summer's World Cup to Morocco on pena]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/im-a-winner-xavi-relishing-the-pressure-of-netherlands-role/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 21:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/im-a-winner-xavi-relishing-the-pressure-of-netherlands-role/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arsenal have chance to ‘make a dynasty’ under Arteta, says Guimaraes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bruno Guimaraes believes that Arsenal are about to enter a golden period under Mikel Arteta, saying the Gunners boss wants to "make a dynasty" at the Emirates Stadium.&nbsp;<br />
Guimaraes completed his reported &pound;70m transfer to Arsenal from Newcastle United earlier this month after spending four successful years under Eddie Howe on Tyneside.&nbsp;<br />
The 28-year-old's arrival has further improved Arsenal's midfield, with Martin Odegaard, Myles Lewis-Skelly, Declan Rice, Martin Zubimendi, Mikel Me]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arsenal-have-chance-to-make-a-dynasty-under-arteta-says-guimaraes/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 21:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arsenal-have-chance-to-make-a-dynasty-under-arteta-says-guimaraes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Moyes targeting strong run in EFL Cup with Everton]]></title><description><![CDATA[David Moyes insisted he wants to go on a "good run" in the EFL Cup with Everton, but would not prioritise the competition over the Premier League.<br />
Everton face Preston North End in the second round of the EFL Cup on Wednesday, having started their league campaign with a 2-0 win over Crystal Palace.<br />
Everton have reached the third round of the EFL Cup in each of the last 24 seasons in the competition, a run that has also seen the Toffees win all of their last 15 second round matches, scoring 46 go]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/moyes-targeting-strong-run-in-efl-cup-with-everton/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 20:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/moyes-targeting-strong-run-in-efl-cup-with-everton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Onuachu Needs Time To Rediscover Scoring Form — Trabzonspor Boss]]></title><description><![CDATA[Trabzonspor head coach Fatih Tekke has expressed confidence that Paul Onuachu will soon rediscover his best form for the club. Onuachu is yet to find the back of the net for the Black Sea Storm this season after enjoying a prolific campaign last term. The Nigeria international was one of Trabzonspor&rsquo;s standout performers last season, [...]<br />
The post Onuachu Needs Time To Rediscover Scoring Form &mdash; Trabzonspor Boss appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/onuachu-needs-time-to-rediscover-scoring-form-trabzonspor-boss/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 20:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/onuachu-needs-time-to-rediscover-scoring-form-trabzonspor-boss/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[OFFICIAL: Cameroon International Baleba Joins Man United On Five-Year Deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United have completed the signing of Cameroon international Carlos Baleba from Brighton and Hove Albion. Baleba joined Man United in a deal worth up to &pound;70m, made up of a &pound;65m guaranteed fee plus &pound;5m in add-ons. Alo, the 22-year-old has signed a five-year contract which includes the option of a further year. Baleba [...]<br />
The post OFFICIAL: Cameroon International Baleba Joins Man United On Five-Year Deal appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/official-cameroon-international-baleba-joins-man-united-on-five-year-deal/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 19:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/official-cameroon-international-baleba-joins-man-united-on-five-year-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mundle extends Sunderland stay for another four years]]></title><description><![CDATA[Romaine Mundle has promised "a lot more to come" after signing a new contract with Sunderland that will keep him at the club until 2030.&nbsp;<br />
Mundle, who joined Sunderland from&nbsp;Standard Liege two years ago, agreed to fresh terms on Tuesday with the Black Cats.&nbsp;<br />
The 23-year-old has played 52 times in all competitions for Sunderland, registering eight goal involvements (six goals, two assists).&nbsp;<br />
He played a crucial role in helping Sunderland return to the Premier League in 2024-25,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/mundle-extends-sunderland-stay-for-another-four-years/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 19:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/mundle-extends-sunderland-stay-for-another-four-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Allegri sees Napoli striker Hojlund as ‘very close to Kane’]]></title><description><![CDATA[Massimiliano Allegri believes Rasmus Hojlund is "very close to Harry Kane", though admitted the Napoli striker has "big room for improvement".<br />
Hojlund joined Napoli on a permanent deal this summer, reportedly worth &euro;44m (&pound;38m), after enjoying a positive loan spell with the Partenopei last season.<br />
The 23-year-old scored 16 goals and provided six assists across 44 appearances in 2025-26, with Napoli finishing second in Serie A while winning the Supercoppa Italiana.<br />
However, the striker]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/allegri-sees-napoli-striker-hojlund-as-very-close-to-kane/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 19:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/allegri-sees-napoli-striker-hojlund-as-very-close-to-kane/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Forever Grateful  –Wawrinka Pays Tribute To US Open After Missing Out On Wildcard]]></title><description><![CDATA[Swiss veteran tennis star Stan Wawrinka has penned an emotional farewell to the U.S. Open after failing to receive a main-draw wildcard for his final professional season. Recall that Wawrinka received wildcards for the other three majors earlier in the year (Australian Open, French Open, and Wimbledon), making the omission at Flushing Meadows the final [...]<br />
The post Forever Grateful&ndash;Wawrinka Pays Tribute To US Open After Missing Out On Wildcard appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/forever-grateful-wawrinka-pays-tribute-to-us-open-after-missing-out-on-wildcard/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 19:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/forever-grateful-wawrinka-pays-tribute-to-us-open-after-missing-out-on-wildcard/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Nigerian Striker Completes Bristol City Move]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bristol City have announced the signing of Nigerian forward Elijah Adebayo, reports Completesports.com. Adebayo joins the Robins on a free transfer after agreeing a two-year contract with the Championship club. The 28-year-old becomes Bristol City&rsquo;s 10th signing of the summer as the club continue to strengthen their squad ahead of the new season. The experienced [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Nigerian Striker Completes Bristol City Move appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-nigerian-striker-completes-bristol-city-move/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 19:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-nigerian-striker-completes-bristol-city-move/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Capello: Amorim Getting The Best Out Of Chukwueze At AC Milan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former England manager Fabio Capello has described Super Eagles winger Samuel Chukwueze as a complete different player after new AC Milan manager Ruben Amorim transformed the Nigerian winger into a dynamic right wing-back. Recall that he starred with a goal and two assists in a pre-season win over Manchester United and followed it up with [...]<br />
The post Capello: Amorim Getting The Best Out Of Chukwueze At AC Milan appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/capello-amorim-getting-the-best-out-of-chukwueze-at-ac-milan/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 19:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/capello-amorim-getting-the-best-out-of-chukwueze-at-ac-milan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aston Villa Submit €70m For Chelsea Star Forward]]></title><description><![CDATA[Aston Villa have submitted a &euro;70m bid to sign Senegalese international striker Nicolas Jackson from Premier League rivals Chelsea. This is according to a report on Tuesday from Foot Mercato (via Yahoo Sports). The Blues are reportedly on the verge of reaching an agreement with the Birmingham-based club. Still, Aston Villa are yet to agree [...]<br />
The post Aston Villa Submit &euro;70m For Chelsea Star Forward appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/aston-villa-submit-70m-for-chelsea-star-forward/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 18:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/aston-villa-submit-70m-for-chelsea-star-forward/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NPFL: Warri Wolves Bolster Squad With 14 New Signings, Abdallah Confident Of Improved Season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Warri Wolves Head Coach, Hassan Abdallah, has exclusively revealed to Completesports.com that he has signed 14 new players to bolster the squad ahead of the 2026/2027 Nigeria Premier Football League season, which kicks off this weekend. Abdallah spoke on Tuesday about his team&rsquo;s readiness for the new season, insisting that the team&rsquo;s level of preparation [...]<br />
The post NPFL: Warri Wolves Bolster Squad With 14 New Signings, Abdallah Confident Of Improved Season appeared first on Compl]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-warri-wolves-bolster-squad-with-14-new-signings-abdallah-confident-of-improved-season/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 18:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-warri-wolves-bolster-squad-with-14-new-signings-abdallah-confident-of-improved-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘The squad is closed’ – Mourinho thrilled with Madrid signings despite Rodri miss]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jose Mourinho believes that Real Madrid's business this summer is all but complete, suggesting "the squad is closed" to any more arrivals before the window slams shut.&nbsp;<br />
Madrid have been busy in the transfer market ahead of Mourinho's return to the Spanish capital, with six new players walking through the doors of the Estadio Bernabeu.&nbsp;<br />
Yan Diomande's reported&nbsp;&euro;125m move from RB Leipzig headlines Los Blancos' business, while Marc Cucurella, Carlos Espi and Denzel Dumfries have]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/the-squad-is-closed-mourinho-thrilled-with-madrid-signings-despite-rodri-miss/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 18:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/the-squad-is-closed-mourinho-thrilled-with-madrid-signings-despite-rodri-miss/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man Utd announce Baleba arrival as midfield rebuild continues]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United have continued to rebuild their midfield&nbsp;after they announced the arrival of Carlos Baleba from Brighton on Tuesday.&nbsp;<br />
United, who have already signed Youri Tielemans and Andrey Santos, confirmed the signing of Baleba&nbsp;for a reported &pound;65m fee plus &pound;5m in add-ons.&nbsp;<br />
The 22-year-old has put pen to paper on a five-year contract with the Red Devils, ending three successful seasons with Brighton.&nbsp;<br />
He joined Brighton in August 2023 from Lille and wen]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/man-utd-announce-baleba-arrival-as-midfield-rebuild-continues/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 18:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/man-utd-announce-baleba-arrival-as-midfield-rebuild-continues/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prediction: Kauno Zalgiris vs Besiktas]]></title><description><![CDATA[Looking to wrap up their Europa League group stage ticket with another flurry on Thursday evening, Besiktas will travel to Lithuania when they meet Kauno Zalgiris for their second-leg showdown.<br />
With a stacked midweek schedule from across the continent in midweek, there are plenty of eye-catching betting promotions available.<br />
Verdict: Besiktas win &amp; Under 4.5 goals<br />
Best Odds: 17/20<br />
Bookmaker:&nbsp;BetUS<br />
Kauno Zalgiris<br />
Starting with the hosts, completely blown away when they travelled to Istan]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prediction-kauno-zalgiris-vs-besiktas/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 18:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prediction-kauno-zalgiris-vs-besiktas/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chelsea Legend Steps Down From England Role]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chelsea legend Ashley Cole has officially left his role as an assistant coach for the England Under-21 team to focus on his career as a club manager. Cole spent five years in the Football Association coaching setup and worked alongside manager Lee Carsley to help the Young Lions win back-to-back European Under-21 Championships in 2023 [...]<br />
The post Chelsea Legend Steps Down From England Role appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/chelsea-legend-steps-down-from-england-role/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 18:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/chelsea-legend-steps-down-from-england-role/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[U-23 AFCONQ: Nigeria To Battle Mauritania Or DR Congo In Second Round]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria will face either Mauritania or the Democratic Republic of Congo in the second round of the qualifiers for the 2027 Africa U-23 Cup of Nations. The draw for the qualifying competition was held in Cairo, Egypt, on Tuesday. Nigeria&rsquo;s U-23 Eagles are among the 14 teams that received byes into the second round based [...]<br />
The post U-23 AFCONQ: Nigeria To Battle Mauritania Or DR Congo In Second Round appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/u-23-afconq-nigeria-to-battle-mauritania-or-dr-congo-in-second-round/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 16:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/u-23-afconq-nigeria-to-battle-mauritania-or-dr-congo-in-second-round/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Beach Soccer AFCONQ: Nigeria To Face Ghana In Second Round]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s Super Sand Eagles have been drawn against Ghana in the second round of the 2026 Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers. This was confirmed on the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) official X handle on Tuesday. The first of the qualifiers will take place from 9&ndash;11 October 2026, while the second legs are [...]<br />
The post Beach Soccer AFCONQ: Nigeria To Face Ghana In Second Round appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/beach-soccer-afconq-nigeria-to-face-ghana-in-second-round/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 15:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/beach-soccer-afconq-nigeria-to-face-ghana-in-second-round/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bassey Disappointed With Fulham’s Loss To Chelsea]]></title><description><![CDATA[Calvin Bassey has reflected on Fulham&rsquo;s disappointing defeat to Chelsea, Completesports.com reports. The Cottagers began the new season with a 3-2 loss to the Blues at Craven Cottage on Monday night. Chelsea made a blistering start to the encounter, with Joao Pedro opening the scoring after just 32 seconds. Fulham responded strongly, and Joshua King [...]<br />
The post Bassey Disappointed With Fulham&rsquo;s Loss To Chelsea appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/bassey-disappointed-with-fulhams-loss-to-chelsea/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 14:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/bassey-disappointed-with-fulhams-loss-to-chelsea/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How NBA Game Schedule Today Information Helps Fans Avoid Missing Tip-Off]]></title><description><![CDATA[There is a particular kind of disappointment that basketball fans know well: opening your phone expecting to catch the start of a game, only to discover that the first quarter is already over. Sometimes the reason is simple. You remembered the matchup but forgot the time. For NBA followers, keeping an eye on nba game [...]<br />
The post How NBA Game Schedule Today Information Helps Fans Avoid Missing Tip-Off appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/how-nba-game-schedule-today-information-helps-fans-avoid-missing-tip-off/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 13:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/how-nba-game-schedule-today-information-helps-fans-avoid-missing-tip-off/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[1xCup 2026: My Hat-Trick Gives Me More Confidence, Says Kiraa’s Emmanuel Ben]]></title><description><![CDATA[Emmanuel Ben has said that scoring a hat-trick to help Kiraa FA devour Adhoc FA 3-0 in Friday&rsquo;s 1xCup 2026 qualifying round match at the Inspire Sports Ground has given him more confidence to do a lot for his team as the competition progresses. With both teams representing the Ikorodu zone, Ben emerged as the [...]<br />
The post 1xCup 2026: My Hat-Trick Gives Me More Confidence, Says Kiraa&rsquo;s Emmanuel Ben appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/1xcup-2026-my-hat-trick-gives-me-more-confidence-says-kiraas-emmanuel-ben/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 13:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/1xcup-2026-my-hat-trick-gives-me-more-confidence-says-kiraas-emmanuel-ben/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[OFFICIAL: Tottenham Hotspur Sign Savinho From Man City For £75m]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tottenham Hotspur have signed Brazil winger Savinho from Manchester City for an initial &pound;75m, BBC Sport reports. The 22-year-old has joined Spurs on a long-term contract with Roberto de Zerbi&rsquo;s side potentially paying a further &pound;10m in add-ons. Savinho&rsquo;s move to north London has been more than 12 months in the making, with Spurs failing [...]<br />
The post OFFICIAL: Tottenham Hotspur Sign Savinho From Man City For &pound;75m appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/official-tottenham-hotspur-sign-savinho-from-man-city-for-75m/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 12:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/official-tottenham-hotspur-sign-savinho-from-man-city-for-75m/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Carragher Questions Wirtz’s Slow Start, Position At Liverpool]]></title><description><![CDATA[Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher has urged Liverpool to sign a hard-running midfielder, questioning the squad&rsquo;s balance and the tactical fit of &pound;116m signing Florian Wirtz under Andoni Iraola. While Wirtz is slated for a central role, Carragher expressed concerns over his slow start and position in the starting lineup following a draw with Newcastle. Read [...]<br />
The post Carragher Questions Wirtz&rsquo;s Slow Start, Position At Liverpool appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/carragher-questions-wirtzs-slow-start-position-at-liverpool/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 10:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/carragher-questions-wirtzs-slow-start-position-at-liverpool/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Joshua Vs Fury Fight Should Be On Home Soil  –Tyson]]></title><description><![CDATA[Boxing legend Mike Tyson has disclosed that the long-awaited heavyweight showdown between Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury belongs in the United Kingdom rather than the United States. Tyson publicly dismissed proposals to stage the bout in New York (with Madison Square Garden previously targeted for November 20). Read Also:Hearn: Joshua Vs Fury Fight Can&rsquo;t Be [...]<br />
The post Joshua Vs Fury Fight Should Be On Home Soil&ndash;Tyson appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/joshua-vs-fury-fight-should-be-on-home-soil-tyson/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 09:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/joshua-vs-fury-fight-should-be-on-home-soil-tyson/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sanusi Set To Join Saudi Club Al-Qadsiah]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Eagles defender Zaidu Sanusi could leave Portuguese champions FC Porto this summer, with Saudi Pro League side Al-Qadsiah, reportedly pushing to secure his services. Sanusi is in the final year of his contract with Porto and talks over a possible two-year extension have reportedly stalled due to disagreements over salary. Al-Qadsiah officials are understood [...]<br />
The post Sanusi Set To Join Saudi Club Al-Qadsiah appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sanusi-set-to-join-saudi-club-al-qadsiah/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sanusi-set-to-join-saudi-club-al-qadsiah/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Furious Chelsea Fans Demand Sanchez Sale After Nervy Win Against Fulham]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chelsea fans made a desperate plea for Robert Sanchez to be SOLD after being guilty of a huge blunder in the season-opening win over Fulham. Blues boss Xabi Alonso has spent big on reinforcements this summer, with Morgan Rogers becoming the most expensive signing in the West Londoners&rsquo; history. But Sanchez, 28, has remained Chelsea&rsquo;s [...]<br />
The post Furious Chelsea Fans Demand Sanchez Sale After Nervy Win Against Fulham appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/furious-chelsea-fans-demand-sanchez-sale-after-nervy-win-against-fulham/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 08:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/furious-chelsea-fans-demand-sanchez-sale-after-nervy-win-against-fulham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ethiopia Formally Submits Official Bid To Host AFCON 2028]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ethiopian Football Federation (EFF) has officially submitted a formal bid to the Confederation of African Football (CAF) to host the 2028 Africa Cup of Nations, ebc.et reports. The announcement follows a strategic decision by the federation and the Ethiopian government to pivot from an original plan to target the 2029 edition, aligning instead with [...]<br />
The post Ethiopia Formally Submits Official Bid To Host AFCON 2028 appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ethiopia-formally-submits-official-bid-to-host-afcon-2028/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 08:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ethiopia-formally-submits-official-bid-to-host-afcon-2028/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ferdinand: Arsenal Will Retain Premier League Title]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand has backed Arsenal to retain the Premier League title, pointing to the club&rsquo;s stability under Mikel Arteta and their strong squad depth. Ferdinand noted on his YouTube channel that Arsenal enjoy a settled environment while rivals like Manchester City and Manchester United navigate major transitional periods. Read Also:EPL: Iwobi, [...]<br />
The post Ferdinand: Arsenal Will Retain Premier League Title appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ferdinand-arsenal-will-retain-premier-league-title/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ferdinand-arsenal-will-retain-premier-league-title/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rogers Reflects On Chelsea Debut Vs Fulham]]></title><description><![CDATA[Morgan Rogers has reflected on his Premier League debut for Chelsea after getting on the score sheet in their 3-2 win against Fulham at Craven Cottage on Monday. After his switch to Stamford Bridge from Aston Villa, Rogers would have been itching to hit the ground running. So scoring and helping the Blues to victory [...]<br />
The post Rogers Reflects On Chelsea Debut Vs Fulham appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/rogers-reflects-on-chelsea-debut-vs-fulham/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/rogers-reflects-on-chelsea-debut-vs-fulham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Demehin Joins Benfica On Three-Year Deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Falcons defender Oluwatosin Demehin has completed a move to Portuguese champions Benfica, Completesports.com reports. The 24-year-old centre-back signed a three-year contract with the six-time Portuguese champions following her departure from Turkish giants Galatasaray. Demehin expressed delight at joining Benfica, stating that the move will give her the opportunity to continue her development at the [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Demehin Joins Benfica On Three-Year Deal appeared first on Compl]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-demehin-joins-benfica-on-three-year-deal/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-demehin-joins-benfica-on-three-year-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Konsa Will Bench Saliba At Arsenal  —Chelsea Legend]]></title><description><![CDATA[John Terry believes William Saliba has permanently lost his place in the Arsenal team after Ezri Konsa&rsquo;s &pound;55m move from Aston Villa. The Premier League champions completed a deal for England international Konsa on Friday after weeks of talks with Villa. Konsa, 28, signed a four-year contract at the Emirates Stadium after ending his seven-year [...]<br />
The post Konsa Will Bench Saliba At Arsenal&mdash;Chelsea Legend appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/konsa-will-bench-saliba-at-arsenal-chelsea-legend/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/konsa-will-bench-saliba-at-arsenal-chelsea-legend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EPL: Iwobi, Bassey Begin New Campaign On Losing Note As Chelsea Edge Out Fulham]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chelsea kicked off the new Premier League season with a thrilling 3-2 win over Fulham in the west London derby, giving new manager Xabi Alonso a successful start in his first competitive game in charge. The Blues&rsquo; attacking trio of Jo&atilde;o Pedro, Morgan Rogers (on debut after a big-money move from Aston Villa), and Cole [...]<br />
The post EPL: Iwobi, Bassey Begin New Campaign On Losing Note As Chelsea Edge Out Fulham appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/epl-iwobi-bassey-begin-new-campaign-on-losing-note-as-chelsea-edge-out-fulham/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 23:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/epl-iwobi-bassey-begin-new-campaign-on-losing-note-as-chelsea-edge-out-fulham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heskey: Why Kane Will Return To Premier League]]></title><description><![CDATA[Liverpool legend Emile Heskey has backed Harry Kane to make a sensational return to the Premier League around 2028 at the age of 35. Heskey suggests Kane might play out his peak years in Germany with Bayern Munich before heading back to England. Read Also:Demehin Announces Departure From Galatasaray Recall that Alan Shearer&rsquo;s record stands [...]<br />
The post Heskey: Why Kane Will Return To Premier League appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/heskey-why-kane-will-return-to-premier-league/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 23:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/heskey-why-kane-will-return-to-premier-league/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NPFL: Abia Warriors Targeting Continental Return After Season Of Lessons — Ifejiagwa]]></title><description><![CDATA[Abia Warriors Sporting Director, Emeka Ifejiagwa, has spoken glowingly of the club&rsquo;s readiness for the 2026/2027 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), which kicks off this weekend, 30 August 2026, across the country, Completesports.com reports. The former Udoji United and Iwuanyanwu Nationale centre-back also demanded the introduction of Video Assistant Referee (VAR) technology in the country&rsquo;s [...]<br />
The post NPFL: Abia Warriors Targeting Continental Return After Season Of Lessons]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-abia-warriors-targeting-continental-return-after-season-of-lessons-ifejiagwa/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 21:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-abia-warriors-targeting-continental-return-after-season-of-lessons-ifejiagwa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Infantino Has Done Nothing Wrong  –Eto’o Backs FIFA President’s Re-Election Bid]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Barcelona striker Samuel Eto&rsquo;o has publicly urged the football community to support embattled FIFA President Gianni Infantino, stating that the Swiss official has &ldquo;not done anything wrong&rdquo;. In an interview with CNN Sports, the head of the Cameroonian Football Federation (FECAFOOT) dismissed mounting pressure and criticism against Infantino. Read Also:Costa Backs Moffi To Make [...]<br />
The post Infantino Has Done Nothing Wrong&ndash;Eto&rsquo;o Backs FIFA President&rsquo;s R]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/infantino-has-done-nothing-wrong-etoo-backs-fifa-presidents-re-election-bid/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 20:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/infantino-has-done-nothing-wrong-etoo-backs-fifa-presidents-re-election-bid/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I Don’t Think Infantino Has Done Anything Wrong —Eto’o]]></title><description><![CDATA[Samuel Eto&rsquo;o has pledged his support for Gianni Infantino, and said that he does not believe the FIFA president&rsquo;s proposed plan to sell off part of the World Cup to private investors was wrong. Infantino has faced heavy pressure to step down in recent weeks after being forced to abandon the proposal. UEFA, Concacaf and [...]<br />
The post I Don&rsquo;t Think Infantino Has Done Anything Wrong &mdash;Eto&rsquo;o appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/i-dont-think-infantino-has-done-anything-wrong-etoo/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 20:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/i-dont-think-infantino-has-done-anything-wrong-etoo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Demehin Announces Departure From Galatasaray]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Falcons defender Oluwatosin Demehin has confirmed her departure from Turkish giants Galatasaray following a two-year spell with the club. Demehin joined the Yellow and Reds on a free transfer in September 2024 after leaving French side Stade Reims. The centre-back extended her stay at the Istanbul club by signing a new one-year contract in [...]<br />
The post Demehin Announces Departure From Galatasaray appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/demehin-announces-departure-from-galatasaray/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 18:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/demehin-announces-departure-from-galatasaray/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Simeone Apologises To Lookman Over Atletico Madrid Role]]></title><description><![CDATA[Atl&eacute;tico Madrid manager Diego Simeone has apologized to Super Eagles winger Ademola Lookman for deploying him as a makeshift central striker, explaining that injuries to Alexander S&oslash;rloth and Juli&aacute;n &Aacute;lvarez&rsquo;s fitness recovery forced the tactical compromise. He praised Lookman&rsquo;s hard work but admitted the central role limited his strengths like dribbling and one-on-one duels. Read [...]<br />
The post Simeone Apologises To Lookman Over Atletico Madrid Role appear]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/simeone-apologises-to-lookman-over-atletico-madrid-role/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 17:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/simeone-apologises-to-lookman-over-atletico-madrid-role/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Costa Backs Moffi To Make Big Impact At Hamburg]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hamburg sporting director Claus Costa is confident Terem Moffi will make a significant impact at the Bundesliga club. Moffi completed a permanent move to Hamburg from Ligue 1 outfit OGC Nice on Monday, adding more firepower to the German side&rsquo;s attack. The Nigeria international brings plenty of experience to the club, having previously played across [...]<br />
The post Costa Backs Moffi To Make Big Impact At Hamburg appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/costa-backs-moffi-to-make-big-impact-at-hamburg/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 17:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/costa-backs-moffi-to-make-big-impact-at-hamburg/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I Won’t Run For FIFA Presidency  –Čeferin]]></title><description><![CDATA[UEFA president Aleksander &#268;eferin has confirmed that he is not interested in running for the FIFA presidency, stating he loves his current role and wants to maintain his credibility. He warned that under-fire FIFA president Gianni Infantino must either step down or face a leadership challenge at the March 2027 Congress. Read Also:U-20 WWC: Falconets [...]<br />
The post I Won&rsquo;t Run For FIFA Presidency&ndash;&#268;eferin appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/i-wont-run-for-fifa-presidency-eferin/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 17:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/i-wont-run-for-fifa-presidency-eferin/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nwaiwu: ‘Every Player Who Plays Against Salah Needs To Be Very Prepared’]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Eagles defender Chibuike Nwaiwu has disclosed that facing Trabzonspor teammate Mohamed Salah requires a player to be 100% ready and completely focused. He noted that defenders must maintain total concentration because the Egyptian forward is a top-level player who punishes even the smallest mistakes. Read Also:Done Deal: Bendel Insurance Re-Sign Super Eagles Goalkeeper Obasogie [...]<br />
The post Nwaiwu: &lsquo;Every Player Who Plays Against Salah Needs To Be Very Prepared&rsquo; appeared firs]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nwaiwu-every-player-who-plays-against-salah-needs-to-be-very-prepared/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 17:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nwaiwu-every-player-who-plays-against-salah-needs-to-be-very-prepared/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Bendel Insurance Re-Sign Super Eagles Goalkeeper Obasogie]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Eagles goalkeeper Amas Obasogie has completed a return to Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, side Bendel Insurance. The 26-year-old has signed a one-year contract with the Benin City club, marking a return to familiar surroundings after spells abroad. Insurance Welcome Goalie Bendel Insurance confirmed Obasogie&rsquo;s return on their official X account on Monday. &ldquo;Back [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Bendel Insurance Re-Sign Super Eagles Goalkeeper Obasogie appeared first on Complete]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-bendel-insurance-re-sign-super-eagles-goalkeeper-obasogie/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 16:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-bendel-insurance-re-sign-super-eagles-goalkeeper-obasogie/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sports Minister Gives South Africa FA 21 Days To Account For Over $800,000  VAR Funds]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sport Minister Gayton McKenzie has revealed that SAFA has been given 21 days to account for R13 million ($811,535.29) allocated towards the implementation of the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) in South African football. McKenzie says he demanded the return of the money after becoming frustrated by the lack of progress in introducing the technology to [...]<br />
The post Sports Minister Gives South Africa FA 21 Days To Account For Over $800,000VAR Funds appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sports-minister-gives-south-africa-fa-21-days-to-account-for-over-800000-var-funds/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sports-minister-gives-south-africa-fa-21-days-to-account-for-over-800000-var-funds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[1xCup 2026: Goals Galore As Ajuwa, ECAS, Elite Stars, Daja Advance]]></title><description><![CDATA[It was goals galore on Matchday 15 of the IxCup 2026 with a total of 14 goals scored after Ajuwa FA, ECAS FA, Elite Stars FC and Daja Unite emerged as the winners of four keenly contested matches at the Inspire Sports Ground on Saturday, August 22. Ajuwa FA edged Vinmo Energy FC 6-5 on [...]<br />
The post 1xCup 2026: Goals Galore As Ajuwa, ECAS, Elite Stars, Daja Advance appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/1xcup-2026-goals-galore-as-ajuwa-ecas-elite-stars-daja-advance/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 14:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/1xcup-2026-goals-galore-as-ajuwa-ecas-elite-stars-daja-advance/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Olaitan Lamidi: Collins Edwin Good Enough To Win 1XCup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Collins Edwin SC winger Olaitan Lamidi has expressed confidence in his team to go all the way to win the 1XCup 2026. Lamidi shared this opinion on Friday during an interview with Complete Sports after helping Collins Edwin to reach the group stage. Collins Edwin qualified for the next round of the 1XCup 2026 in [...]<br />
The post Olaitan Lamidi: Collins Edwin Good Enough To Win 1XCup appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/olaitan-lamidi-collins-edwin-good-enough-to-win-1xcup/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 14:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/olaitan-lamidi-collins-edwin-good-enough-to-win-1xcup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[1xCup 2026: Emmanuel Ben Hat-Trick Helps Kiraa Devour Adhoc]]></title><description><![CDATA[Emmanuel Ben emerged as the man of the match following his hat-trick which helped Kiraa FA to devour Adhoc FA 3-0 in the 1xCup 2026 round of 50 match played at the Inspire Sports Ground, Cappa, Oshodi, Lagos on Friday. With both teams representing the Ikorodu zone, Kiraa showed more hunger and enthusiasm to win [...]<br />
The post 1xCup 2026: Emmanuel Ben Hat-Trick Helps Kiraa Devour Adhoc appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/1xcup-2026-emmanuel-ben-hat-trick-helps-kiraa-devour-adhoc/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 14:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/1xcup-2026-emmanuel-ben-hat-trick-helps-kiraa-devour-adhoc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[1xCup 2026: 36 Lion FC Sneak Into Group Stage]]></title><description><![CDATA[36 Lion FC have sneaked into the group stage of the 1xCup 2026 after securing a hard-fought 1-0 victory against G12 FC in a qualifying game at the Inspire Sports Ground, Cappa, Oshodi, Lagos on Friday. In a game of few scoring opportunities, an eight minute goal from Samuel Stephen assisted by Ridwan Aremu was [...]<br />
The post 1xCup 2026: 36 Lion FC Sneak Into Group Stage appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/1xcup-2026-36-lion-fc-sneak-into-group-stage/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 14:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/1xcup-2026-36-lion-fc-sneak-into-group-stage/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian Government Should Stop Funding Sports — By Ehi Braimah]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria should stop pretending that pouring public money into sports is the same thing as developing sports. It is not. For decades, Nigerian government has funded football through grants, interventions, bonuses, camps, competitions, travel and assorted forms of financial assistance. Yet, the more government spends, the more dysfunctional the system appears to become. At what [...]<br />
The post Nigerian Government Should Stop Funding Sports &mdash; By Ehi Braimah appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nigerian-government-should-stop-funding-sports-by-ehi-braimah/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 14:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nigerian-government-should-stop-funding-sports-by-ehi-braimah/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Victor Ikpeba: Why Christian Chukwu Is Nigeria’s Greatest Super Eagles Player]]></title><description><![CDATA[Victor Ikpeba names Christian Chukwu as the greatest player to ever wear the Super Eagles jersey. From leading Nigeria to AFCON glory in 1980 to his legendary coaching career, discover why Chukwu remains an icon of Nigerian football. Related: Nigeria&rsquo;s Greatest FIFA Cards Ever | Emenike, Martins, Musa &amp; Osimhen Ultimate Team Legends Like, Subscribe, [...]<br />
The post Victor Ikpeba: Why Christian Chukwu Is Nigeria&rsquo;s Greatest Super Eagles Player appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/victor-ikpeba-why-christian-chukwu-is-nigerias-greatest-super-eagles-player/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 13:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/victor-ikpeba-why-christian-chukwu-is-nigerias-greatest-super-eagles-player/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[U-20 WWC: Falconets Set To Depart For Poland]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s Falconets will depart for Poland on Monday (today) ahead of the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women&rsquo;s World Cup, Completesports.com reports. The team has spent several weeks in camp, undergoing intensive training as preparations gather momentum for the global showpiece. Head coach Moses Aduku and his players will continue their final phase of preparations in Poland, [...]<br />
The post U-20 WWC: Falconets Set To Depart For Poland appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/u-20-wwc-falconets-set-to-depart-for-poland/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 13:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/u-20-wwc-falconets-set-to-depart-for-poland/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Moffi Completes Move To Bundesliga Club Hamburg]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Eagles striker Terem Moffi has completed a permanent move to Bundesliga club Hamburg, reports Completesports.com. Moffi joins the German outfit from Ligue 1 side OGC Nice as Hamburg continue to strengthen their squad ahead of the new season. The Nigeria international has been handed the number nine jersey at his new club. The 27-year-old [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Moffi Completes Move To Bundesliga Club Hamburg appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-moffi-completes-move-to-bundesliga-club-hamburg/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 12:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-moffi-completes-move-to-bundesliga-club-hamburg/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Maradona’s ‘Hand Of God’ Ball Sells For £2.5m At Auction]]></title><description><![CDATA[The football with which Diego Maradona scored his infamous &ldquo;Hand of God&rdquo; goal against England has sold at auction for &pound;2.5m, The Telegraph reports. But it failed to surpass the record &pound;7.1m paid four years ago for the shirt worn by the Argentina captain in the same World Cup game in which he also scored [...]<br />
The post Maradona&rsquo;s &lsquo;Hand Of God&rsquo; Ball Sells For &pound;2.5m At Auction appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/maradonas-hand-of-god-ball-sells-for-25m-at-auction/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 11:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/maradonas-hand-of-god-ball-sells-for-25m-at-auction/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Growing Importance Of Real-Time Scores In Modern Sports Following]]></title><description><![CDATA[Following sports used to require a lot of patience. If a match was not being shown on television, fans often had to wait for updates, check the newspaper, or call someone who had watched it. That has changed completely. Today a supporter can be away from home, busy at work or traveling and still know [...]<br />
The post The Growing Importance Of Real-Time Scores In Modern Sports Following appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/the-growing-importance-of-real-time-scores-in-modern-sports-following/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 11:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/the-growing-importance-of-real-time-scores-in-modern-sports-following/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hapoel Be’er Sheva Silenced The Marakana, And Every Bookmaker Got It Wrong]]></title><description><![CDATA[Crvena zvezda had scored at home in fifteen consecutive Champions League qualifying matches. On 11 August they did not manage a sixteenth, and by the time the Rajko Miti&#263; emptied they were out of the competition entirely. Hapoel Be&rsquo;er Sheva won 2-0 in Belgrade to complete a 3-0 aggregate victory in the third qualifying round. [...]<br />
The post Hapoel Be&rsquo;er Sheva Silenced The Marakana, And Every Bookmaker Got It Wrong appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/hapoel-beer-sheva-silenced-the-marakana-and-every-bookmaker-got-it-wrong/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 11:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/hapoel-beer-sheva-silenced-the-marakana-and-every-bookmaker-got-it-wrong/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘I’m Ready’ — Chukwueze Embraces New Wing-Back Role At AC Milan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Samuel Chukwueze has expressed his willingness to continue playing as a right wing-back for AC Milan after impressing in the unfamiliar role. The Nigeria international, who spent last season on loan at Premier League club Fulham, made a positive impact as Milan secured a 2-1 victory over Torino at the Stadio Olimpico Grande on Sunday [...]<br />
The post &lsquo;I&rsquo;m Ready&rsquo; &mdash; Chukwueze Embraces New Wing-Back Role At AC Milan appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/im-ready-chukwueze-embraces-new-wing-back-role-at-ac-milan/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/im-ready-chukwueze-embraces-new-wing-back-role-at-ac-milan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man United Legend Tips Arsenal As Overwhelming Favourites For Premier League Title]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United legend Gary Neville has backed Arsenal as overwhelming favourites for the Premier League title this season. Arsenal began the defence of their league title with a convincing 3-0 win against newly promoted Coventry City. Goals from Kai Havertz, Bukayo Saka and captain Martin Odegaard secured the dominant win against Frank Lampard&rsquo;s side. Speaking [...]<br />
The post Man United Legend Tips Arsenal As Overwhelming Favourites For Premier League Title appeared first on Complete Spo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/man-united-legend-tips-arsenal-as-overwhelming-favourites-for-premier-league-title/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/man-united-legend-tips-arsenal-as-overwhelming-favourites-for-premier-league-title/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[US Open: Weather Will Be Djokovic’s Biggest Threat  –Macci]]></title><description><![CDATA[Renowned coach Rick Macci has disclosed that Novak Djokovic&rsquo;s primary roadblock at the US Open is physical condition and weather rather than top rivals like Carlos Alcaraz. With favourable seeding shifts and key player absences, Djokovic has a clear path, provided his body holds up. Read Also:Serena Set For US Open Comeback Macci emphasized that [...]<br />
The post US Open: Weather Will Be Djokovic&rsquo;s Biggest Threat&ndash;Macci appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/us-open-weather-will-be-djokovics-biggest-threat-macci/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 08:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/us-open-weather-will-be-djokovics-biggest-threat-macci/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chukwueze Wins Man Of The Match In Milan’s Win At Torino]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria international Samuel Chukwueze was named Man of the Match as AC Milan opened the 2026/27 Serie A season with a 2-1 away win over Torino at the Stadio Olimpico Grande Torino on Sunday, completesports.com reports. Playing as a converted right wing-back, Chukwueze was a constant threat down the right flank and crowned his display [...]<br />
The post Chukwueze Wins Man Of The Match In Milan&rsquo;s Win At Torino appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/chukwueze-wins-man-of-the-match-in-milans-win-at-torino/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 08:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/chukwueze-wins-man-of-the-match-in-milans-win-at-torino/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Dennis Moves To UAE Club Al Jazira]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigerian midfielder Anthony Dennis has completed a move to United Arab Emirates, UAE ,club Al Jazira from Turkish outfit G&ouml;ztepe. Al Jazira confirmed the signing of the 22-year-old in a statement on their official X account. &ldquo;The wait is over! Officially: Al Jazira Club completes the signing of the young midfielder Anthony Dennis and registers [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Dennis Moves To UAE Club Al Jazira appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-dennis-moves-to-uae-club-al-jazira/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 07:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-dennis-moves-to-uae-club-al-jazira/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newcastle Coach Faults Referee’s Decision To Award Controversial Penalty To Liverpool]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle United manager Matthias Jaissle has slammed a controversial 99th-minute penalty awarded to Liverpool, which resulted in a 2-2 draw after Dominik Szoboszlai converted from the spot. Recall that referee Stuart Attwell pointed to the spot in stoppage time after Victor Munoz went down following a routine challenge by Newcastle defender Lewis Hall. Read Also:Premier [...]<br />
The post Newcastle Coach Faults Referee&rsquo;s Decision To Award Controversial Penalty To Liverpool appeared first on C]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/newcastle-coach-faults-referees-decision-to-award-controversial-penalty-to-liverpool/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 06:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/newcastle-coach-faults-referees-decision-to-award-controversial-penalty-to-liverpool/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gasperini still eyeing more reinforcements ahead of Roma’s Serie A curtain-raiser]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gian Piero Gasperini has warned Roma need reinforcements if they want to be competitive in 2026-27 ahead of their Serie A opener against Fiorentina.<br />
Roma finished last season in third, winning each of their last five league matches to pip both AC Milan and Juventus to a Champions League spot.<br />
They will play in UEFA's premier competition for the first time since 2018-19.<br />
It was a largely successful first season in charge for Gasperini, who has bolstered his squad with the likes of Rodrigo Mora, N]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/gasperini-still-eyeing-more-reinforcements-ahead-of-romas-serie-a-curtain-raiser/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 01:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/gasperini-still-eyeing-more-reinforcements-ahead-of-romas-serie-a-curtain-raiser/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Omar Marmoush set to join Savinho at Tottenham this week]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tottenham have officially agreed a deal with Manchester City for Omar Marmoush, according to Fabrizio Romano. After lengthy negotiations over the past fortnight, Spurs have finally made a breakthrough and the Egyptian international will travel to north London on Monday to undergo his medical.<br />
While the former Eintracht Frankfurt star might have been part of Enzo Maresca&rsquo;s squad for Sunday&rsquo;s dramatic 2-1 victory at home against Bournemouth, Marmoush has been given permission to travel]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/omar-marmoush-set-to-join-savinho-at-tottenham-this-week/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 01:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/omar-marmoush-set-to-join-savinho-at-tottenham-this-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prediction: Roma vs Fiorentina]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two camps who will get their respective Serie A campaigns underway on Monday night, Roma will welcome Fiorentina to the Stadio Olimpico.<br />
With Europe&rsquo;s elite domestic leagues now officially back, there are plenty of eye-catching betting promotions available.<br />
Verdict: Roma win<br />
Best Odds: 7/10<br />
Bookmaker:&nbsp;BetUS<br />
Roma<br />
Starting with the hosts, securing a stellar bronze medal finish among Italy&rsquo;s elite last season, Roma have rightfully received a string of plaudits from across the conti]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prediction-roma-vs-fiorentina/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 01:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prediction-roma-vs-fiorentina/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Maresca admits Man City ‘a work in progress’ as Guehi midfield experiment pays off]]></title><description><![CDATA[Enzo Maresca admits his Manchester City team are still a "work in progress" after they left it late to beat Bournemouth in their opening Premier League game of the season.<br />
It looked as though Maresca's first league game since succeeding Pep Guardiola might end in defeat when Marcus Tavernier gave Bournemouth a 26th-minute lead at the Etihad Stadium.<br />
The Cherries &ndash; who were unbeaten in 18 Premier League games since losing to Arsenal on January 3 &ndash; remained in front until the 84th minu]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/maresca-admits-man-city-a-work-in-progress-as-guehi-midfield-experiment-pays-off/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/maresca-admits-man-city-a-work-in-progress-as-guehi-midfield-experiment-pays-off/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Juventus boss Spalletti frustrated by Kolo Muani]]></title><description><![CDATA[Luciano Spalletti wants to see much more from Randal Kolo Muani, who he says must rediscover what he has lost.<br />
Kolo Muani re-joined Juventus from Paris Saint-Germain this summer, having previously enjoyed a fruitful spell on loan with the Bianconeri in 2025.<br />
The France international spent last season on loan at Tottenham. He made 41 appearances, with 26 of those being starts, while scoring five goals and laying on four assists.<br />
Kolo Muani played the full match as Juve started their Serie A campa]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/juventus-boss-spalletti-frustrated-by-kolo-muani/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/juventus-boss-spalletti-frustrated-by-kolo-muani/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Emery on Watkins’ absence: Call his agent!]]></title><description><![CDATA[Unai Emery told the media to call Ollie Watkins' agent to ask why the striker&nbsp;was left out of Aston Villa's squad against Brighton.<br />
Watkins was a notable absentee as Villa lost 4-0 at the Amex Stadium in their opening Premier League game of the season.<br />
The England international is the subject of interest from Saudi Pro League club Al-Hilal, who have reportedly had a big-money bid for Watkins turned down.<br />
Villa are keen to keep Watkins, having already seen Youri Tielemans, Morgan Rogers, Luc]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/emery-on-watkins-absence-call-his-agent/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/emery-on-watkins-absence-call-his-agent/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SERIE A: Chukwueze Bags Assist As Milan Begin New Season With Win At Torino]]></title><description><![CDATA[Samuel Chukwueze marked the new Serie A season with an assist, as AC Milan defeated Torino 2-1 away on Sunday. Chukwueze was in the starting lineup and saw action for 90 minutes for Ruben Amorim&rsquo;s side. With Milan up by 1-0, thanks to Alphadjo Cisse&rsquo;s 64th minute opener, Chukwueze then set up Adrien Rabiot who [...]<br />
The post SERIE A: Chukwueze Bags Assist As Milan Begin New Season With Win At Torino appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/serie-a-chukwueze-bags-assist-as-milan-begin-new-season-with-win-at-torino/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 23:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/serie-a-chukwueze-bags-assist-as-milan-begin-new-season-with-win-at-torino/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Simeone explains Alvarez’s departure amid full-time jeers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Julian&nbsp;Alvarez's abrupt departure from the pitch after Atletico Madrid's 2-2 draw with Villarreal was a club decision, so says Diego Simeone.<br />
There were scenes of celebration as&nbsp;Giuliano Simeone's close-range finish salvaged a 2-2 draw for 10-man Atletico at the&nbsp;Metropolitano on Sunday.<br />
However, while the Atletico players applauded the home supporters, cameras panned to Alvarez, who made a quick exit from the field.&nbsp;<br />
It was a difficult day for the former Manchester City forwa]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/simeone-explains-alvarezs-departure-amid-full-time-jeers/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 22:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/simeone-explains-alvarezs-departure-amid-full-time-jeers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jaissle rues ‘soft’ penalty after being denied debut Newcastle win]]></title><description><![CDATA[Matthias Jaissle felt the stoppage-time penalty decision that cost Newcastle United a victory over Liverpool on his Premier League debut was "very soft".<br />
Newcastle were moments away from an eye-catching victory over Andoni Iraola's Reds at St James' Park, as Anthony Elanga and Joe Willock struck either side of Cody Gakpo's equaliser.<br />
But Liverpool were gifted a lifeline when Lewis Hall made contact with Victor Munoz's knee in the area, and Dominik Szoboszlai made no mistake in the 99th minute.<br />
N]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/jaissle-rues-soft-penalty-after-being-denied-debut-newcastle-win/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 22:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/jaissle-rues-soft-penalty-after-being-denied-debut-newcastle-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arsenal Hold Talks With Al-Hilal Over Sale Of Martinelli]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal have held talks with Saudi Arabian club Al-Hilal over the sale of winger Gabriel Martinelli, BBC Sport reports. The Brazil international is free to leave the club this summer, with manager Mikel Arteta making it clear to the attacker that he is not in his plans. Turkish club Galatasaray showed interest in Martinelli earlier [...]<br />
The post Arsenal Hold Talks With Al-Hilal Over Sale Of Martinelli appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arsenal-hold-talks-with-al-hilal-over-sale-of-martinelli/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 21:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arsenal-hold-talks-with-al-hilal-over-sale-of-martinelli/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Iraola says Liverpool subs will be crucial after Munoz cameo versus Newcastle]]></title><description><![CDATA[Andoni Iraola feels Liverpool's substitutes will be crucial in the early stages of his reign, with the Reds' players still unable to get through a full 90 minutes playing his style of football.<br />
Liverpool salvaged a point to open their first Premier League campaign under Iraola on Sunday, with Dominik Szoboszlai scoring a 99th-minute penalty in a 2-2 draw with Newcastle United.<br />
Newcastle had taken the lead early on through Anthony Elanga, with Cody Gakpo levelling for Liverpool early in the secon]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/iraola-says-liverpool-subs-will-be-crucial-after-munoz-cameo-versus-newcastle/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 21:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/iraola-says-liverpool-subs-will-be-crucial-after-munoz-cameo-versus-newcastle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aston Villa ‘angry and disappointed’ after Brighton hammering, says captain McGinn]]></title><description><![CDATA[John McGinn was left angry after Aston Villa's shock 4-0 defeat to Brighton in their&nbsp;opening Premier League game of 2026-27.<br />
After a summer of turmoil, with the likes of Morgan Rogers, Ezri Konsa,&nbsp;Youri Tielemans and Lucas Digne departing Villa, Unai Emery fielded an unfamiliar&nbsp;starting XI at the Amex Stadium.<br />
And a dismal showing saw Villa become only the second team in Premier League history to concede four goals, receive a red card and score an own goal in the first half of a m]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/aston-villa-angry-and-disappointed-after-brighton-hammering-says-captain-mcginn/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 21:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/aston-villa-angry-and-disappointed-after-brighton-hammering-says-captain-mcginn/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Maresca: Manchester City Remain A Work In Progress]]></title><description><![CDATA[Following a dramatic 2-1 comeback win over AFC Bournemouth, Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca has admitted that his squad is a work in progress. Late goals from Marc Gu&eacute;hi and Jo&scaron;ko Gvardiol sealed the three points, but Maresca stressed the need for tactical experimentation, such as deploying center-back Gu&eacute;hi in midfield, while managing a transitional [...]<br />
The post Maresca: Manchester City Remain A Work In Progress appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/maresca-manchester-city-remain-a-work-in-progress/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 20:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/maresca-manchester-city-remain-a-work-in-progress/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rangers Edge Plateau United To Win NPFL Pre-Season Tournament]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rangers emerged champions of the Nigeria Premier Football League ,NPFL, Pre-Season invitational tournament following a 1-0 victory over Plateau United in the final at the New Jos Stadium on Sunday. Justice Akugre was the hero for Rangers, scoring the decisive goal in the 28th minute. Akugre rose unchallenged inside the box to power home a [...]<br />
The post Rangers Edge Plateau United To Win NPFL Pre-Season Tournament appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/rangers-edge-plateau-united-to-win-npfl-pre-season-tournament/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 19:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/rangers-edge-plateau-united-to-win-npfl-pre-season-tournament/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[La Liga: Lookman Features In Atletico Madrid Draw Vs Villarreal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Eagles winger Ademola Lookman was in action as Atletico Madrid played out an entertaining 2-2 draw against Villarreal in Sunday&rsquo;s La Liga game. The Nigerian international who had a quiet game for the Yellow Submarine was later substituted in the 79th minute for Jose Gimenez. Read Also:&lsquo;I Don&rsquo;t Think It Is A Sending Off&rsquo; [...]<br />
The post La Liga: Lookman Features In Atletico Madrid Draw Vs Villarreal appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/la-liga-lookman-features-in-atletico-madrid-draw-vs-villarreal/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 19:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/la-liga-lookman-features-in-atletico-madrid-draw-vs-villarreal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NNL: Maikaba Vows To Lead Bayelsa United Back To NPFL In One Season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bayelsa United technical adviser Abdul Maikaba has declared that his main objective is to guide the club back to the Nigeria Premier Football League ,NPFL, at the end of the 2026/27 Nigeria National League, NNL, season. Maikaba stated this after the Prosperity Boys recorded a pre-season victory over De Go-Pro FC of Sapele as preparations [...]<br />
The post NNL: Maikaba Vows To Lead Bayelsa United Back To NPFL In One Season appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nnl-maikaba-vows-to-lead-bayelsa-united-back-to-npfl-in-one-season/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 19:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nnl-maikaba-vows-to-lead-bayelsa-united-back-to-npfl-in-one-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nordic Nations Withdraw Confidence In Infantino]]></title><description><![CDATA[Six Nordic football associations (Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, Sweden, and the Faroe Islands) have issued a joint statement in Helsinki, declaring a total loss of confidence in FIFA President Gianni Infantino. They backed regional calls for his resignation and demanded independent investigations into controversial private equity proposals. The Nordic bodies aligned with UEFA, the Asian [...]<br />
The post Nordic Nations Withdraw Confidence In Infantino appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nordic-nations-withdraw-confidence-in-infantino/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 19:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nordic-nations-withdraw-confidence-in-infantino/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yohanna Earns High Rating On Winning Debut For Brighton]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria youngster Zadok Yohanna earned himself high rating as Brighton and Hove Albion kicked off the new Premier League season with a dominant 4-0 win against Aston Villa on Sunday. Yohanna was named among Brighton&rsquo;s substitute in their opening fixture against Villa at the Amex. The 19-year-old was then brought on for his debut with [...]<br />
The post Yohanna Earns High Rating On Winning Debut For Brighton appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/yohanna-earns-high-rating-on-winning-debut-for-brighton/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 18:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/yohanna-earns-high-rating-on-winning-debut-for-brighton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Premier League: Yohanna Makes Debut In Brighton’s Big Win Over Aston Villa]]></title><description><![CDATA[Zadok Yohanna made his Premier League debut for Brighton &amp; Hove Albion as the Seagulls cruised to a convincing 4-0 victory over Aston Villa at the Amex Stadium on Sunday. Yohanna started the encounter on the bench before replacing Mats Wieffer 12 minutes from time. It was the youngster&rsquo;s second competitive appearance for Fabian H&uuml;rzeler&rsquo;s [...]<br />
The post Premier League: Yohanna Makes Debut In Brighton&rsquo;s Big Win Over Aston Villa appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/premier-league-yohanna-makes-debut-in-brightons-big-win-over-aston-villa/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 18:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/premier-league-yohanna-makes-debut-in-brightons-big-win-over-aston-villa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cherki Matches Gundogan’s EPL Feat In Man City’s Comeback Win Against Bournemouth]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rayan Cherki equaled former Manchester City star Ilkay Gundogan&rsquo;s Premier League feat, after helping Enzo Maresca&rsquo;s side to a remarkable 2-1 comeback win against Bournemouth on Sunday. City were on the verge of losing their opening league fixture after Marcus Tarvenier gave Bournemouth the lead on 26 minutes. But Cherki, who came on in the [...]<br />
The post Cherki Matches Gundogan&rsquo;s EPL Feat In Man City&rsquo;s Comeback Win Against Bournemouth appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/cherki-matches-gundogans-epl-feat-in-man-citys-comeback-win-against-bournemouth/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/cherki-matches-gundogans-epl-feat-in-man-citys-comeback-win-against-bournemouth/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Charlton Boss Hails Okonkwo’s Display In Win Over West Ham]]></title><description><![CDATA[Charlton Athletic manager Nathan Jones has heaped praise on Arthur Okonkwo following the goalkeeper&rsquo;s outstanding display in the Addicks&rsquo; 2-1 away victory over West Ham United. Okonkwo made a memorable debut for Charlton at the London Stadium, playing a key role in helping Jones&rsquo; side secure maximum points from the keenly contested encounter. The Nigeria [...]<br />
The post Charlton Boss Hails Okonkwo&rsquo;s Display In Win Over West Ham appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/charlton-boss-hails-okonkwos-display-in-win-over-west-ham/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/charlton-boss-hails-okonkwos-display-in-win-over-west-ham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘I Don’t Think It Is A Sending Off’  –Dean Reacts To Aina’s Tackle Vs Leeds United]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Premier League referee Mike Dean has agreed with the decision to only award Super Eagles defender Ola Aina a yellow card for his challenge on James Justin, stating that the tackle was low and reckless rather than a red card offense. Recall that the Nigerian international made a lunging challenge on James Justin during [...]<br />
The post &lsquo;I Don&rsquo;t Think It Is A Sending Off&rsquo;&ndash;Dean Reacts To Aina&rsquo;s Tackle Vs Leeds United appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/i-dont-think-it-is-a-sending-off-dean-reacts-to-ainas-tackle-vs-leeds-united/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 16:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/i-dont-think-it-is-a-sending-off-dean-reacts-to-ainas-tackle-vs-leeds-united/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Court Confirms Bordeaux’s Relegation To French Sixth Division]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Paris Administrative Court upheld the sanction imposed by the French Football Federation (FFF) against Girondins de Bordeaux, Yahoo Sports reports. The ruling confirms the historic club&rsquo;s definitive exclusion from the national championships, relegating it to compete in R&eacute;gional 1, the sixth tier of French football. The ruling comes after the bankruptcy proceedings in 2024 [...]<br />
The post Court Confirms Bordeaux&rsquo;s Relegation To French Sixth Division appeared first on Complet]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/court-confirms-bordeauxs-relegation-to-french-sixth-division/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 14:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/court-confirms-bordeauxs-relegation-to-french-sixth-division/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EXCLUSIVE: Nigerian Football Could Be Destroyed By FIFA Ban — Bonfrere Warns Authorities]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Nigeria coach Jo Bonfrere has warned that a likely FIFA ban could destroy Nigerian football, pleading with the nation&rsquo;s authorities to avoid any action that could attract sanctions from the world football governing body, Completesports.com reports. Bonfrere spoke on Saturday afternoon from his country home in the Netherlands, in reaction to the ongoing crisis [...]<br />
The post EXCLUSIVE: Nigerian Football Could Be Destroyed By FIFA Ban &mdash; Bonfrere Warns Authorities appeared first]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/exclusive-nigerian-football-could-be-destroyed-by-fifa-ban-bonfrere-warns-authorities/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 13:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/exclusive-nigerian-football-could-be-destroyed-by-fifa-ban-bonfrere-warns-authorities/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Schmeichel Blames Poor Defending For Man United Loss To Hull City]]></title><description><![CDATA[Legendary goalkeeper Peter Schmeichel has slammed Manchester United&rsquo;s defence after a shock 2-0 opening-day defeat to newly-promoted Hull City. Goals from Semi Ajayi and Nobel Mendy sealed the win for Hull, prompting Schmeichel to call out Patrick Dorgu, Ayden Heaven, and Luke Shaw for a severe lack of concentration and physical strength. Read Also:EPL: Brentford [...]<br />
The post Schmeichel Blames Poor Defending For Man United Loss To Hull City appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/schmeichel-blames-poor-defending-for-man-united-loss-to-hull-city/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 13:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/schmeichel-blames-poor-defending-for-man-united-loss-to-hull-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘An Important Point’ — Okoye Reacts To Udinese’s Draw With Como]]></title><description><![CDATA[Maduka Okoye has reflected on Udinese&rsquo;s 1-1 home draw against Como, Completesports.com reports. The Zebras were forced to settle for a share of the spoils against Cesc Fabregas&rsquo; side at the Bluenergy Stadium on Saturday. Hassane Kamara gave Udinese the lead in the 29th minute, finishing off a move after being set up by Jurgen [...]<br />
The post &lsquo;An Important Point&rsquo; &mdash; Okoye Reacts To Udinese&rsquo;s Draw With Como appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/an-important-point-okoye-reacts-to-udineses-draw-with-como/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 12:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/an-important-point-okoye-reacts-to-udineses-draw-with-como/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two Suspects Arrested In Connection With Murder Of South African Boxer]]></title><description><![CDATA[The South African Police Service (SAPS) have arrested two suspects in connection with the murder of former world boxing champion Zolani Tete, who was shot dead in Mdantsane in the Eastern Cape province on Friday night. According to channelafrica.co.za, SAPS confirmed that two persons of interest, aged 30 and 22, were apprehended in KuGompo on [...]<br />
The post Two Suspects Arrested In Connection With Murder Of South African Boxer appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/two-suspects-arrested-in-connection-with-murder-of-south-african-boxer/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/two-suspects-arrested-in-connection-with-murder-of-south-african-boxer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ajayi Gets Highest Rating In Hull City’s Shock Win Against Man United]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria international Semi Ajayi got the highest rating, after helping Hull City record a shocking 2-0 win against Manchester United in their first game of the new Premier League season. Ajayi opened the scoring in the 17th minute as he slammed into an empty net after the United defence failed to deal with a corner [...]<br />
The post Ajayi Gets Highest Rating In Hull City&rsquo;s Shock Win Against Man United appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ajayi-gets-highest-rating-in-hull-citys-shock-win-against-man-united/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 08:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ajayi-gets-highest-rating-in-hull-citys-shock-win-against-man-united/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hearn: Joshua Vs Fury Fight Can’t Be Stopped]]></title><description><![CDATA[British boxing promoter Eddie Hearn has disclosed that the proposed heavyweight bout between Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury is legally locked in and that no-one can stop this fight from happening unless a formal breach of contract occurs. Hearn noted that contracts are fully signed and the sides are simply waiting on organizers (Sela) to [...]<br />
The post Hearn: Joshua Vs Fury Fight Can&rsquo;t Be Stopped appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/hearn-joshua-vs-fury-fight-cant-be-stopped/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 08:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/hearn-joshua-vs-fury-fight-cant-be-stopped/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ajayi Named MOTM In Hull City’s Win Over Manchester United]]></title><description><![CDATA[Semi Ajayi was named Man of the Match following Hull City&rsquo;s impressive 2-0 victory over Manchester United at the MKM Stadium on Saturday, Completesports.com reports. The Nigeria international played a key role in the Tigers&rsquo; triumph, scoring the opening goal in the 17th minute before producing a commanding defensive display. Ajayi&rsquo;s strike was Hull City&rsquo;s [...]<br />
The post Ajayi Named MOTM In Hull City&rsquo;s Win Over Manchester United appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ajayi-named-motm-in-hull-citys-win-over-manchester-united/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 08:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ajayi-named-motm-in-hull-citys-win-over-manchester-united/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Serena Set For US Open Comeback]]></title><description><![CDATA[Serena Williams is officially set for a US Open comeback after receiving a wild card to play mixed doubles alongside Carlos Alcaraz. The 44-year-old tennis legend will return to Flushing Meadows for the first time since 2022, marking a major highlight of the tournament. Read Also:US Open Announces Record $108 Million Prize Money Serena hasn&rsquo;t [...]<br />
The post Serena Set For US Open Comeback appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/serena-set-for-us-open-comeback/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 07:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/serena-set-for-us-open-comeback/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ejuke Excited After Helping Sevilla Beat Athletic Bilbao]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chidera Ejuke has expressed his delight after helping Sevilla secure an impressive 3-1 victory over 10-man Athletic Bilbao at the Estadio San Mam&eacute;s on Saturday night. The visitors continued their impressive start to the new season with a commanding display against the Basque side. Athletic Bilbao were reduced to 10 men in the 11th minute [...]<br />
The post Ejuke Excited After Helping Sevilla Beat Athletic Bilbao appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ejuke-excited-after-helping-sevilla-beat-athletic-bilbao/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 07:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ejuke-excited-after-helping-sevilla-beat-athletic-bilbao/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[1xCup 2026: Gabriel Ajao The Hero As AMA Smile FC ‘Smile’ Into Group Stage]]></title><description><![CDATA[AMA Smile FC have sneaked into the group stage of the 1xCup 2026 following a 4-3 penalty shootout win against Brighton FA at the Inspire Sports Ground, Cappa, Oshodi, Lagos on Friday. Although, the round of 50 match between both teams representing the Ikorodu zone failed to live up to expectations, AMA Smile goalkeeper, Gabriel [...]<br />
The post 1xCup 2026: Gabriel Ajao The Hero As AMA Smile FC &lsquo;Smile&rsquo; Into Group Stage appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/1xcup-2026-gabriel-ajao-the-hero-as-ama-smile-fc-smile-into-group-stage/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 02:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/1xcup-2026-gabriel-ajao-the-hero-as-ama-smile-fc-smile-into-group-stage/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ligue 1: Simon Subbed On As Paris FC Hold Troyes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Eagles winger Moses Simon was in action as Paris FC played out a goalless draw against Troyes in Saturday&rsquo;s Ligue 1 game at the Stade de l&rsquo;Aube. The Nigerian international who came on as a second-half substitute in the 45th minute for Koleosho made a decent performance in the encounter. Read Also:Aina In Action [...]<br />
The post Ligue 1: Simon Subbed On As Paris FC Hold Troyes appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ligue-1-simon-subbed-on-as-paris-fc-hold-troyes/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 23:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ligue-1-simon-subbed-on-as-paris-fc-hold-troyes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria Secure Historic Qualification For Women’s Beach Volleyball At 2028 Olympics]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria has clinched a historic qualification for the women&rsquo;s beach volleyball event at the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles, USA, after Esther Mbah and Pamela Bawa emerged champions of the 2026 African Beach Volleyball Championship in Alexandria, Egypt, completesports.com reports. The duo defeated Morocco&rsquo;s Alexandria Erhart and Mahassine Darrhar in straight sets, 21-18, 21-10 [...]<br />
The post Nigeria Secure Historic Qualification For Women&rsquo;s Beach Volleyball At 2028 Olympics a]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nigeria-secure-historic-qualification-for-womens-beach-volleyball-at-2028-olympics/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 22:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nigeria-secure-historic-qualification-for-womens-beach-volleyball-at-2028-olympics/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EPL: Brentford Cruise Past Big-Spending Spurs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tottenham endured a disastrous opening day to the 2026/27 Premier League season, slumping to a 3-0 defeat against Brentford at the Gtech Community Stadium on Saturday. Goals from Keane Lewis-Potter, Vitaly Janelt, and Michael Kayode handed Roberto De Zerbi&rsquo;s revamped side a sobering reality check. Read Also:10 Nigerian Stars Eyeing Stellar 2026/27 European Campaign Spurs [...]<br />
The post EPL: Brentford Cruise Past Big-Spending Spurs appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/epl-brentford-cruise-past-big-spending-spurs/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 21:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/epl-brentford-cruise-past-big-spending-spurs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[LaLiga: Ejuke On Target In Sevilla’s Win At Athletico Bilbao]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chidera Ejuke was on target as Sevilla secured a 3-1 victory over Athletic Bilbao in their LaLiga encounter on Saturday. Athletic Bilbao were reduced to 10 men in the 11th minute after Yuri Berchiche was shown a red card. Oso capitalised on the visitors&rsquo; numerical advantage by opening the scoring four minutes later. Ejuke was [...]<br />
The post LaLiga: Ejuke On Target In Sevilla&rsquo;s Win At Athletico Bilbao appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/laliga-ejuke-on-target-in-sevillas-win-at-athletico-bilbao/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 20:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/laliga-ejuke-on-target-in-sevillas-win-at-athletico-bilbao/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[LaLiga: Ejuke On Target In Sevilla’s Win At Athletic Bilbao]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chidera Ejuke was on target as Sevilla secured a 3-1 victory over Athletic Bilbao in their LaLiga encounter on Saturday. Athletic Bilbao were reduced to 10 men in the 11th minute after Yuri Berchiche was shown a red card. Oso capitalised on the visitors&rsquo; numerical advantage by opening the scoring four minutes later. Ejuke was [...]<br />
The post LaLiga: Ejuke On Target In Sevilla&rsquo;s Win At Athletic Bilbao appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/laliga-ejuke-on-target-in-sevillas-win-at-athletic-bilbao/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 20:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/laliga-ejuke-on-target-in-sevillas-win-at-athletic-bilbao/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PSG Coach Expresses Concern Over Damaged Parc des Princes Pitch]]></title><description><![CDATA[Paris Saint-Germain boss Luis Enrique has voiced concerns over the damaged Parc des Princes pitch after record-breaking summer heatwaves and a fungal issue forced a late venue switch for their Ligue 1 opener against Stade Rennais. Record-breaking high temperatures in July severely damaged the grass and caused a fungal infection at the Parc des Princes. [...]<br />
The post PSG Coach Expresses Concern Over Damaged Parc des Princes Pitch appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/psg-coach-expresses-concern-over-damaged-parc-des-princes-pitch/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 19:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/psg-coach-expresses-concern-over-damaged-parc-des-princes-pitch/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aina In Action As Forest Suffer Home Defeat To Leeds In League Opener]]></title><description><![CDATA[Anton Stach&rsquo;s stunning late free-kick snatched the points for Leeds as Oliver Glasner lost his first Premier League game in charge of Nottingham Forest 1-0 at the City Ground, Sky Sports reports. Nigeria international Ola Aina was in action as he was named in the starting lineup for Forest before going off on 74 minutes. [...]<br />
The post Aina In Action As Forest Suffer Home Defeat To Leeds In League Opener appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/aina-in-action-as-forest-suffer-home-defeat-to-leeds-in-league-opener/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 18:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/aina-in-action-as-forest-suffer-home-defeat-to-leeds-in-league-opener/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man United Set Unwanted Record In Shock Defeat To Hull City]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United set an unwanted record after suffering a shock 2-0 defeat to newly promoted Hull City, in their first Premier League fixture on Saturday. Super Eagles star Semi Ajayi and Noel Mendy got Hull City&rsquo;s goals in the 17th and 38th minutes respectively. Ajayi volleyed into an empty net, reacting quickest to a rebound, [...]<br />
The post Man United Set Unwanted Record In Shock Defeat To Hull City appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/man-united-set-unwanted-record-in-shock-defeat-to-hull-city/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 17:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/man-united-set-unwanted-record-in-shock-defeat-to-hull-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘It Was Amazing’ — Ajayi Savours Hull City’s Stunning Win Over Man United]]></title><description><![CDATA[Semi Ajayi has expressed his delight following Hull City&rsquo;s stunning victory over Manchester United in Saturday&rsquo;s Premier League encounter. The Tigers claimed an impressive 2-0 win over Michael Carrick&rsquo;s side at the MKM Stadium. Ajayi opened the scoring for the hosts in the 17th minute, reacting quickly to slot the ball home after Manchester United [...]<br />
The post &lsquo;It Was Amazing&rsquo; &mdash; Ajayi Savours Hull City&rsquo;s Stunning Win Over Man United appeared first on C]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/it-was-amazing-ajayi-savours-hull-citys-stunning-win-over-man-united/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 16:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/it-was-amazing-ajayi-savours-hull-citys-stunning-win-over-man-united/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[DFB Cup: Tella On Target, Boniface Benched As Bayer Leverkusen Thrash Wehen Wiesbadan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Eagles winger Nathan Tella was at his best mettle as he netted a goal in Bayer Leverkusen&rsquo;s 4-0 thrashing of Wehen Wiesbaden in the DFB-Pokal on Saturday. The Nigerian international came on from the bench in the 65th minute for Fernandez to score the third goal of the game in the 69th minute. Read [...]<br />
The post DFB Cup: Tella On Target, Boniface Benched As Bayer Leverkusen Thrash Wehen Wiesbadan appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/dfb-cup-tella-on-target-boniface-benched-as-bayer-leverkusen-thrash-wehen-wiesbadan/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 15:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/dfb-cup-tella-on-target-boniface-benched-as-bayer-leverkusen-thrash-wehen-wiesbadan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Premier League: Ajayi Scores As Hull City Stun Manchester United]]></title><description><![CDATA[Semi Ajayi was on target as Hull City claimed an impressive 2-0 victory over Manchester United in their Premier League clash at the MKM Stadium on Saturday. Ajayi opened the scoring for the hosts in the 17th minute, finding the back of the net from a corner to give Hull City an early advantage. The [...]<br />
The post Premier League: Ajayi Scores As Hull City Stun Manchester United appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/premier-league-ajayi-scores-as-hull-city-stun-manchester-united/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 15:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/premier-league-ajayi-scores-as-hull-city-stun-manchester-united/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wicky 100% confident Sporting KC can end winless streak]]></title><description><![CDATA[Raphael Wicky is confident Sporting Kansas City can get back to winning ways as they prepare to travel to Atlanta United in MLS.<br />
Sporting KC have won just one of their six games since returning from the World Cup break (D1 L4), earning a 2-1 win over Minnesota United at home.<br />
They were on a three-game losing streak without scoring a goal before facing St. Louis City SC last time out, but they came from behind to earn a 1-1 draw.<br />
Sporting KC remain rooted to the foot of the Western Conference tab]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wicky-100-confident-sporting-kc-can-end-winless-streak/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 14:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wicky-100-confident-sporting-kc-can-end-winless-streak/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Joao Pedro extends Chelsea stay through to 2034]]></title><description><![CDATA[Joao Pedro has committed his long-term future to Chelsea after signing a new contract through to June 2034.<br />
Joao Pedro joined Chelsea from Brighton last year in a deal worth a reported &pound;55m, plus &pound;5m in add-ons.<br />
The original contract he signed ran through to 2032, with the option for a further year, but his new deal ensures he will stay at Stamford Bridge for eight more years.<br />
However, reports suggest this new contract also runs through to 2032, but with the option of two further yea]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/joao-pedro-extends-chelsea-stay-through-to-2034/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 14:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/joao-pedro-extends-chelsea-stay-through-to-2034/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Doku ruled out Man City’s Premier League opener, Maresca confirms]]></title><description><![CDATA[Enzo Maresca confirmed that Jeremy Doku will miss Manchester City's opening game of the Premier League season because of a calf&nbsp;injury.&nbsp;<br />
The Citizens welcome Bournemouth to Etihad Stadium on Sunday, but they will be without Doku, who sustained the problem in last week's Community Shield defeat.&nbsp;<br />
Doku was replaced at half-time by&nbsp;Jack Grealish after complaining of an issue, with Maresca expecting to be without the forward for&nbsp;two to three weeks.&nbsp;<br />
It is a bitter blow]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/doku-ruled-out-man-citys-premier-league-opener-maresca-confirms/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 13:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/doku-ruled-out-man-citys-premier-league-opener-maresca-confirms/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brighton reject second Liverpool offer for Yankuba Minteh]]></title><description><![CDATA[According to Paul Joyce of The Times, Liverpool have had a second offer for Yankuba Minteh rejected by Brighton, and it remains to be seen if the Merseysiders continue their pursuit of the Gambian winger.<br />
The 22-year-old is considered at Liverpool as a good option for the right attacking flank, though Paris Saint-Germain&rsquo;s Bradley Barcola remains their primary target. Ibrahim Mbaye, also of PSG, could also arrive to Anfield before the window closes, being keen on the move and having alread]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/brighton-reject-second-liverpool-offer-for-yankuba-minteh/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 13:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/brighton-reject-second-liverpool-offer-for-yankuba-minteh/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Columbus interim boss Courtois keen to see players’ response to poor form]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Columbus Crew's interim boss Laurent Courtois is eager to see "how we respond collectively and individually" following a&nbsp;poor run of form.<br />
The Crew are winless in their last three MLS games after a 2-1 defeat to CF Montreal on Wednesday.<br />
Despite their impressive form in the Leagues Cup, where they have reached the quarter-finals, Columbus' recent MLS woes have seen them drop to 12th in the Eastern Conference.<br />
They have a tough test next against conference leaders Nashville SC, and Court]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/columbus-interim-boss-courtois-keen-to-see-players-response-to-poor-form/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 12:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/columbus-interim-boss-courtois-keen-to-see-players-response-to-poor-form/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[10 Nigerian Stars Eyeing Stellar 2026/27 European Campaign]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 2026/27 European football season is already gathering momentum, with players eager to make their mark and help their respective clubs achieve their objectives. A number of Nigerian stars have already hit the ground running, grabbing the headlines with goals, assists and eye-catching performances in the opening weeks of the campaign. Others are also expected [...]<br />
The post 10 Nigerian Stars Eyeing Stellar 2026/27 European Campaign appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/10-nigerian-stars-eyeing-stellar-202627-european-campaign/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 12:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/10-nigerian-stars-eyeing-stellar-202627-european-campaign/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Joao Pedro Pens New Chelsea Contract]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brazil international Joao Pedro has signed a new contract with Chelsea until 2034. Pedro arrived the Stamford Bridge in July 2025 from Brighton &amp; Hove Albion. The striker made an immediate impact, scoring in the Club World Cup semi-finals and final as the Blues were crowned world champions. The 24-year-old netted 20 goals in all [...]<br />
The post Joao Pedro Pens New Chelsea Contract appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/joao-pedro-pens-new-chelsea-contract/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 11:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/joao-pedro-pens-new-chelsea-contract/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arteta lauds ‘phenomenal’ Tzolis display in victory against Coventry]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mikel Arteta said it was no surprise to see&nbsp;Christos Tzolis shine in Arsenal's opening-day win over Coventry City after a string of "phenomenal" displays in pre-season.&nbsp;<br />
Arsenal began their Premier League title defence with a comfortable 3-0 victory at Emirates Stadium on Friday, with&nbsp;Kai Havertz,&nbsp;Bukayo Saka and&nbsp;Martin Odegaard on target.&nbsp;<br />
Tzolis played a huge role in both of Arsenal's first-half goals, first winning the ball back from&nbsp;Milan van Ewijk which le]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arteta-lauds-phenomenal-tzolis-display-in-victory-against-coventry/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 11:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arteta-lauds-phenomenal-tzolis-display-in-victory-against-coventry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Turkey: Osimhen Climbs To Third On Galatasaray’s All-Time Foreign Scorers List]]></title><description><![CDATA[Victor Osimhen has moved into third place on Galatasaray&rsquo;s list of all-time highest-scoring foreign players, Completesports.com reports. Osimhen achieved the milestone after scoring twice in Okan Buruk&rsquo;s side&rsquo;s emphatic 4-0 victory over Erzurum FK on Friday night. The brace took the Nigeria international&rsquo;s tally for the Turkish champions to 62 goals, moving him past former [...]<br />
The post Turkey: Osimhen Climbs To Third On Galatasaray&rsquo;s All-Time Foreign Scorers List]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/turkey-osimhen-climbs-to-third-on-galatasarays-all-time-foreign-scorers-list/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 10:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/turkey-osimhen-climbs-to-third-on-galatasarays-all-time-foreign-scorers-list/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Richter says Philadelphia ‘can hang with anyone’ in MLS ahead of Austin trip]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Philadelphia Union's interim coach,&nbsp;Ryan Richter, believes Wednesday's 2-2 draw with Inter Miami proved his team can compete with anyone in MLS, ahead of visiting Austin FC.<br />
The Union extended their unbeaten streak to five MLS games by holding Miami, having led 1-0 before going 2-1 down following goals from Daniel Pinter and Lionel Messi.<br />
They are 13th in the 15-team Eastern Conference, but with only four points separating them from the wild-card spots, their playoff hopes are far from]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/richter-says-philadelphia-can-hang-with-anyone-in-mls-ahead-of-austin-trip/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 10:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/richter-says-philadelphia-can-hang-with-anyone-in-mls-ahead-of-austin-trip/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arteta Gives Injury Update On Guimaraes After Comfortable Win Against Coventry]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mikel Arteta has played down the severity of Bruno Guimaraes and his groin problem after the midfielder missed Arsenal&rsquo;s 3-0 win over Coventry City on Friday, ESPN reports. Guimaraes was pictured with ice strapped to his right leg after being forced off in last weekend&rsquo;s Community Shield victory over Manchester City and was sidelined for [...]<br />
The post Arteta Gives Injury Update On Guimaraes After Comfortable Win Against Coventry appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arteta-gives-injury-update-on-guimaraes-after-comfortable-win-against-coventry/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arteta-gives-injury-update-on-guimaraes-after-comfortable-win-against-coventry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ian Wright Questions Arsenal’s ‘Poor Treatment’ Of Martinelli]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ian Wright has hit out at Arsenal and Mikel Arteta over their decision to leave Gabriel Martinelli out of the squad for the 3-0 win over Coventry City on Friday night. Arsenal got off to the perfect start in their opening game of the new Premier League season as goals from Bukayo Saka, Kai Havertz [...]<br />
The post Ian Wright Questions Arsenal&rsquo;s &lsquo;Poor Treatment&rsquo; Of Martinelli appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ian-wright-questions-arsenals-poor-treatment-of-martinelli/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ian-wright-questions-arsenals-poor-treatment-of-martinelli/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[South Africa’s Two-Time World Boxing Champion Shot Dead]]></title><description><![CDATA[South Africa&rsquo;s two-time world boxing champion Zolani Tete is dead after being ambushed in his hometown while returning home from the gym. According to journalist Velile Mnyandu of SABC Sport in South Africa, Tete was shot and killed in front of his home in Mdantsane, Eastern Cape, South Africa. The shooting happened at around 6:30 [...]<br />
The post South Africa&rsquo;s Two-Time World Boxing Champion Shot Dead appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/south-africas-two-time-world-boxing-champion-shot-dead/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 08:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/south-africas-two-time-world-boxing-champion-shot-dead/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lampard: Coventry Will Learn From Loss To Arsenal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Following a 3-0 loss to Arsenal on opening day of the Premier League season, Coventry City manager Frank Lampard has disclosed that his newly promoted side will use the match as a valuable learning curve to understand the elite standard required in the top flight. Arsenal opened their title defence with a routine 3-0 win [...]<br />
The post Lampard: Coventry Will Learn From Loss To Arsenal appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/lampard-coventry-will-learn-from-loss-to-arsenal/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 08:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/lampard-coventry-will-learn-from-loss-to-arsenal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2026/27 NNL Season To Commence October 31]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 2026/27 Nigeria National League ,NNL, season will get underway on Saturday, October 31, Completesports.com reports. The commencement date was ratified at the league&rsquo;s Annual General Meeting ,AGM, held in Owerri on Friday. Clubs participating in the new campaign have been divided into four conferences &mdash; Southern Conference A and B, as well as Northern [...]<br />
The post 2026/27 NNL Season To Commence October 31 appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/202627-nnl-season-to-commence-october-31/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 07:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/202627-nnl-season-to-commence-october-31/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Messi Fined By MLS After On Field Slap]]></title><description><![CDATA[Major League Soccer has fined Inter Miami star Lionel Messi an undisclosed amount for hitting Philadelphia Union player Quinn Sullivan on the back of the neck during a 2&ndash;2 draw. According to L&rsquo;&Eacute;quipe, the league issued the fine for breaking rules on putting hands on an opponent&rsquo;s head or neck. Read Also:It Was Not Difficult [...]<br />
The post Messi Fined By MLS After On Field Slap appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/messi-fined-by-mls-after-on-field-slap/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 06:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/messi-fined-by-mls-after-on-field-slap/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bolt Signs For Non-League English Football Team]]></title><description><![CDATA[Eight-time Olympic gold medalist Usain Bolt has officially registered to play for Wythenshawe FC Veterans, a star-studded over-35s Sunday League team in Greater Manchester that competes in the Cheshire Veterans League. Managed by former Manchester City midfielder Stephen Ireland, the amateur team features an extraordinary lineup of former Premier League and international stars. Read Also:Stop [...]<br />
The post Bolt Signs For Non-League English Football Team appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/bolt-signs-for-non-league-english-football-team/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 06:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/bolt-signs-for-non-league-english-football-team/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Allen Onyema: Lifting ‘Dream Team’, Keshi, Amusan And Ajunwa! —Odegbami]]></title><description><![CDATA[In the midst of all the ongoing brouhaha that has held Nigerian football by the jugular for some weeks, there are some cheering news, some bright stars in the darkness! I can understand why his passion for sport is irrepressible. He was an all-round athlete in his student days at the Federal Government College, Ughelli, [...]<br />
The post Allen Onyema: Lifting &lsquo;Dream Team&rsquo;, Keshi, Amusan And Ajunwa! &mdash;Odegbami appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/allen-onyema-lifting-dream-team-keshi-amusan-and-ajunwa-odegbami/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 06:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/allen-onyema-lifting-dream-team-keshi-amusan-and-ajunwa-odegbami/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lampard confident Coventry will learn from opening-day defeat to Arsenal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Frank Lampard believes Coventry City's defeat to Premier League champions Arsenal will prove a valuable learning opportunity as they adapt to playing at the top level.<br />
Kai Havertz, Bukayo Saka and Martin Odegaard scored as the Gunners started their title defence with a routine 3-0 win over Lampard's newly promoted side on Friday.<br />
Coventry's only real opportunities were an overhead effort from Loum Tchaouna, which landed on the roof of the net, and a tame Jack Rudoni header that was saved by Davi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/lampard-confident-coventry-will-learn-from-opening-day-defeat-to-arsenal/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 01:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/lampard-confident-coventry-will-learn-from-opening-day-defeat-to-arsenal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orlando have ‘no other focus’ than winning against Salt Lake, insists Dorsey]]></title><description><![CDATA[Orlando City SC defender Griffin Dorsey insisted they have "no other focus than getting three points against Real Salt Lake on Saturday".<br />
Orlando have struggled in recent weeks, failing to win any of their last three MLS outings (D1 L2) after returning from the World Cup break with back-to-back victories.<br />
Last time out, Orlando fell to a 2-1 defeat against the Chicago Fire to leave them 10th in the Eastern Conference, three points off the play-off places.<br />
Ahead of hosting RSL, Dorsey's only obje]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/orlando-have-no-other-focus-than-winning-against-salt-lake-insists-dorsey/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 00:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/orlando-have-no-other-focus-than-winning-against-salt-lake-insists-dorsey/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Odegaard feeling back to his best after ‘tough’ 2025-26 season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Martin Odegaard believes he is operating at 100% after starting the new season with two goals in as many games, following what he admits was a "tough" individual campaign in 2025-26.<br />
After scoring Arsenal's third goal in a 3-0 win over Manchester City in the Community Shield last Sunday, Odegaard did likewise against Coventry City on Friday, as the Gunners started their Premier League title defence with another convincing victory.&nbsp;<br />
It is the first time Odegaard has scored in back-to-back ga]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/odegaard-feeling-back-to-his-best-after-tough-2025-26-season/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 00:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/odegaard-feeling-back-to-his-best-after-tough-2025-26-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Awoniyi, Onyeka Feature As Arsenal Begin EPL Title Defence With 3-0 Win Against Coventry]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal made light work of Premier League new boys Coventry City as they began their title defence with a statement 3-0 win at the Emirates Stadium on Friday. Nigeria internationals Frank Onyeka and Taiwo Awoniyi were in action for the newly promoted side but could not do anything to prevent the opening day defeat. While [...]<br />
The post Awoniyi, Onyeka Feature As Arsenal Begin EPL Title Defence With 3-0 Win Against Coventry appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/awoniyi-onyeka-feature-as-arsenal-begin-epl-title-defence-with-3-0-win-against-coventry/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 23:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/awoniyi-onyeka-feature-as-arsenal-begin-epl-title-defence-with-3-0-win-against-coventry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Turkey: Osimhen Bags Brace, Assist In Galatasaray Win Over Erzurum FK]]></title><description><![CDATA[Victor Osimhen scored twice and provided an assist as Galatasaray cruised to a comfortable 4-0 victory over Erzurum FK in their Turkish Super Lig clash on Friday night. Roland Sallai opened the scoring for the defending champions in the 12th minute. Galatasaray maintained their dominance, with Osimhen setting up Yunus Akg&uuml;n for the visitors&rsquo; second [...]<br />
The post Turkey: Osimhen Bags Brace, Assist In Galatasaray Win Over Erzurum FK appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/turkey-osimhen-bags-brace-assist-in-galatasaray-win-over-erzurum-fk/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 22:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/turkey-osimhen-bags-brace-assist-in-galatasaray-win-over-erzurum-fk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sinner Withdraws From US Open Due To Knee Injury]]></title><description><![CDATA[World No. 1 Jannik Sinner has withdrawn from the 2026 US Open due to an ongoing right knee issue. The Italian player announced he needs more time to recover, making him only the second reigning world No. 1 to miss the New York major since ATP rankings began. Read Also:It Was Not Difficult Playing Against [...]<br />
The post Sinner Withdraws From US Open Due To Knee Injury appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sinner-withdraws-from-us-open-due-to-knee-injury/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 22:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sinner-withdraws-from-us-open-due-to-knee-injury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Moffi Set To Undergo Hamburg Medical]]></title><description><![CDATA[Terem Moffi is set to undergo a medical at Hamburg ahead of his permanent transfer to the Bundesliga club, Completesports.com reports. According to transfer expert Fabrice Hawkins, Hamburg have reached an agreement with OGC Nice for the Nigeria international. Nice will receive &euro;2.5 million, including bonuses, for the 27-year-old striker. Moffi is expected to undergo [...]<br />
The post Moffi Set To Undergo Hamburg Medical appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/moffi-set-to-undergo-hamburg-medical/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 21:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/moffi-set-to-undergo-hamburg-medical/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NPFL Pre-Season Tourney: Katsina United Reach Semifinal After Edging Out Mighty Jets 1-0]]></title><description><![CDATA[Katsina United edged out Mighty Jets 1-0 on matchday 3 of the 2026 NPFL pre-season tournament in Jos on Friday. Abba Dali&rsquo;s 36th minute goal was enough to secure all three points against Mighty Jets and send Katsina United to the top of Group B and also reach the semifinals. It is now back-to-back wins [...]<br />
The post NPFL Pre-Season Tourney: Katsina United Reach Semifinal After Edging Out Mighty Jets 1-0 appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-pre-season-tourney-katsina-united-reach-semifinal-after-edging-out-mighty-jets-1-0/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 20:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-pre-season-tourney-katsina-united-reach-semifinal-after-edging-out-mighty-jets-1-0/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shakhtar Donetsk To Play Champions League Home Games At Stamford Bridge]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chelsea have confirmed that Shakhtar Donetsk will play their four 2026/27 UEFA Champions League home matches at Stamford Bridge, subject to final regulatory approvals. The arrangement offers the Ukrainian champions a venue in London due to the ongoing war in Ukraine. Read Also:It Was Not Difficult Playing Against Fernandez &ndash;Jablonec striker Shakhtar evaluated alternative venues, [...]<br />
The post Shakhtar Donetsk To Play Champions League Home Games At Stamford Bridge appeared first on Complet]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/shakhtar-donetsk-to-play-champions-league-home-games-at-stamford-bridge/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 19:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/shakhtar-donetsk-to-play-champions-league-home-games-at-stamford-bridge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[It Was Not Difficult Playing Against Fernandez  –Jablonec striker]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jablonec striker Lamin Jawo has disclosed that playing against Super Eagles defender Emmanuel Fernandez was not that difficult, noting their physical duel was a 50/50 battle. The remarks followed Jablonec&rsquo;s narrow 1-0 defeat to Rangers in the first leg of their UEFA Conference League playoff on Thursday. Read Also:He&rsquo;s An Excellent Shot Stopper &mdash;Charlton Athletic [...]<br />
The post It Was Not Difficult Playing Against Fernandez&ndash;Jablonec striker appeared first on Complete Spor]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/it-was-not-difficult-playing-against-fernandez-jablonec-striker/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 18:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/it-was-not-difficult-playing-against-fernandez-jablonec-striker/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Maresca: Man City Ready For Aggressive Bournemouth Clash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca has disclosed that he is fully prepared for an aggressive Bournemouth side ahead of his first Premier League match in charge at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday. Maresca noted that Bournemouth maintain a very clear identity and high-intensity approach under new head coach Marco Rose, carrying over the aggressive traits [...]<br />
The post Maresca: Man City Ready For Aggressive Bournemouth Clash appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/maresca-man-city-ready-for-aggressive-bournemouth-clash/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 18:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/maresca-man-city-ready-for-aggressive-bournemouth-clash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[OFFICIAL: Konsa Joins Arsenal On Four-Year Deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal have announced the signing of England international Ezri Konsa from Europa League champions Aston Villa. Konsa joined the Premier League champions on a four-year contract worth &pound;55 million with the option to extend for a further year. After weeks of negotiation, the clubs reached an agreement on Wednesday which could earn Villa up to [...]<br />
The post OFFICIAL: Konsa Joins Arsenal On Four-Year Deal appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/official-konsa-joins-arsenal-on-four-year-deal/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 17:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/official-konsa-joins-arsenal-on-four-year-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship: Millwall Boss Confirms Azeez Will Miss Norwich Clash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Millwall manager Alex Neil has confirmed that Femi Azeez will miss Saturday&rsquo;s home clash against Norwich City due to injury. Azeez started the Lions&rsquo; 2-0 victory over Bristol City last weekend but was forced off before half-time after picking up a knock. Neil revealed after the game that the Nigeria international had experienced discomfort in [...]<br />
The post Championship: Millwall Boss Confirms Azeez Will Miss Norwich Clash appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/championship-millwall-boss-confirms-azeez-will-miss-norwich-clash/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 17:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/championship-millwall-boss-confirms-azeez-will-miss-norwich-clash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FIFA Hit Argentina Star Paredes With 10-Game Ban Over World Cup Final Brawl]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina midfielder Leandro Paredes has been given a 10-match ban for the role he played in on-field clashes after his side were beaten 1-0 by Spain in the 2026 World Cup final, BBC Sport reports. FIFA&rsquo;s disciplinary committee has also handed his team-mate Nahuel Molina a seven-match suspension. Argentina have also been ordered to play [...]<br />
The post FIFA Hit Argentina Star Paredes With 10-Game Ban Over World Cup Final Brawl appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/fifa-hit-argentina-star-paredes-with-10-game-ban-over-world-cup-final-brawl/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 17:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/fifa-hit-argentina-star-paredes-with-10-game-ban-over-world-cup-final-brawl/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bafana Bafana Legend Raises Concern Over Condition Of Football Pitches In Ghana]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bafana Bafana of South Africa legend and Asante Kotoko coach Eric Tinkler has raised concerns over the condition of football pitches in Ghana, admitting that the playing surfaces could make it difficult for his team to produce the style of football he wants. Tinkler joined the Ghanaian giants in mid-July after being without a club [...]<br />
The post Bafana Bafana Legend Raises Concern Over Condition Of Football Pitches In Ghana appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/bafana-bafana-legend-raises-concern-over-condition-of-football-pitches-in-ghana/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 16:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/bafana-bafana-legend-raises-concern-over-condition-of-football-pitches-in-ghana/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[MLS: Yusuf Named Player Of The Week]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Eagles midfielder Alhassan Yusuf has been named Major League Soccer , MLS, Player of the Week following his impressive display for New England Revolution. Yusuf grabbed a hat-trick as New England Revolution cruised to a 3-0 victory over D.C. United on Wednesday. The emphatic win ended the Revs&rsquo; three-game winless run and boosted their [...]<br />
The post MLS: Yusuf Named Player Of The Week appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/mls-yusuf-named-player-of-the-week/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 15:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/mls-yusuf-named-player-of-the-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ajax Boss Delighted With Arokodare’s Impact In Sion Victory]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ajax manager M&iacute;chel S&aacute;nchez has praised Tolu Arokodare following the striker&rsquo;s impressive performance in the club&rsquo;s 4-2 victory over Sion. Arokodare made a significant impact after coming off the bench, registering a goal and an assist for the Eredivisie giants in the UEFA Europa Conference League playoff tie. The Nigeria international replaced Marcos Leonardo in [...]<br />
The post Ajax Boss Delighted With Arokodare&rsquo;s Impact In Sion Victory appeared first on Complete]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ajax-boss-delighted-with-arokodares-impact-in-sion-victory/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 14:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ajax-boss-delighted-with-arokodares-impact-in-sion-victory/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[La Liga: Three Points Or Nothing   –Mourinho Speaks Ahead Espanyol Vs Real Marid]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ahead of his first official La Liga match back in charge of Real Madrid, Jos&eacute; Mourinho expressed complete conviction that his squad would travel to face Espanyol at the RCDE Stadium with the absolute intent to return with all three points. Mourinho noted that Espanyol started their campaign strongly with a comfortable 3-0 win, giving [...]<br />
The post La Liga: Three Points Or Nothing &ndash;Mourinho Speaks Ahead Espanyol Vs Real Marid appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/la-liga-three-points-or-nothing-mourinho-speaks-ahead-espanyol-vs-real-marid/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 13:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/la-liga-three-points-or-nothing-mourinho-speaks-ahead-espanyol-vs-real-marid/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The 2026/27 Football League Season Preview]]></title><description><![CDATA[A NEW SEASON, NEW DREAMS, NEW RIVALRIES &mdash; THE BATTLE BEGINS AGAIN! Football is back, and another thrilling season is upon us! All eyes will be on the Premier League and La Liga, where some of the biggest clubs, best players and brightest new signings are ready to fight for glory. From the title race [...]<br />
The post The 2026/27 Football League Season Preview appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/the-202627-football-league-season-preview/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 12:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/the-202627-football-league-season-preview/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arsenal Vs Coventry City: Awoniyi, Onyeka Face Gunners Test In EPL Opener]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Eagles duo Taiwo Awoniyi and Frank Onyeka will look to help Coventry City make a positive start to life back in the Premier League when they face Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium on Friday night. The encounter will mark Coventry City&rsquo;s first top-flight appearance since the 2000/01 season following their promotion from the Sky [...]<br />
The post Arsenal Vs Coventry City: Awoniyi, Onyeka Face Gunners Test In EPL Opener appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arsenal-vs-coventry-city-awoniyi-onyeka-face-gunners-test-in-epl-opener/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 11:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arsenal-vs-coventry-city-awoniyi-onyeka-face-gunners-test-in-epl-opener/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Smith: Osimhen Not Perfect Fit For Arsenal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal legend Alan Smith has raised doubts about a potential move for Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen, expressing reservations that the high-cost forward might not be the right tactical or financial fit for Mikel Arteta&rsquo;s squad. Recall that the Nigerian international has been a major transfer target for the Gunners and other clubs in Europe [...]<br />
The post Smith: Osimhen Not Perfect Fit For Arsenal appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/smith-osimhen-not-perfect-fit-for-arsenal/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/smith-osimhen-not-perfect-fit-for-arsenal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Smith Expresses Reservations On Arsenal’s Move For Osimhen]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal legend Alan Smith has raised doubts about a potential move for Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen, expressing reservations that the high-cost forward might not be the right tactical or financial fit for Mikel Arteta&rsquo;s squad. Recall that the Nigerian international has been a major transfer target for the Gunners and other clubs in Europe [...]<br />
The post Smith Expresses Reservations On Arsenal&rsquo;s Move For Osimhen appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/smith-expresses-reservations-on-arsenals-move-for-osimhen/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/smith-expresses-reservations-on-arsenals-move-for-osimhen/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stop Using WAFCON As Qualifiers For World Cup —Bafana Legend Baloyi Urges CAF]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bafana Bafana of South Africa legend Brian Baloyi has called on the Confederation of African Football (CAF) to end the arrangement of qualifying for the World Cup merely by reaching the Women&rsquo;s African Cup of Nations (WAFCON) semi-finals. After failing to find top gear, leading to their exit in the quarter-finals of WAFCON 2026, Banyana [...]<br />
The post Stop Using WAFCON As Qualifiers For World Cup &mdash;Bafana Legend Baloyi Urges CAF appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/stop-using-wafcon-as-qualifiers-for-world-cup-bafana-legend-baloyi-urges-caf/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/stop-using-wafcon-as-qualifiers-for-world-cup-bafana-legend-baloyi-urges-caf/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CAF Snubs Super Falcons Stars In WAFCON 2026 Best XI]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Confederation of African Football, CAF, has unveiled the Best XI of the 2026 Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations, with no Super Falcons player making the selection. Nigeria endured a disappointing campaign at the tournament, bowing out at the quarter-final stage following a 1-0 defeat to eventual champions Cameroon. It marked the first time the [...]<br />
The post CAF Snubs Super Falcons Stars In WAFCON 2026 Best XI appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/caf-snubs-super-falcons-stars-in-wafcon-2026-best-xi/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/caf-snubs-super-falcons-stars-in-wafcon-2026-best-xi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[He’s An Excellent Shot Stopper  —Charlton Athletic Manager On New Signing Okonkwo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Charlton Athletic new manager Nathan Jones has described Nigeria international Arthur Okonkwo as an excellent shot stopper, completesports.com reports. Okonkwo completed a season-long loan move to Charlton from fellow Championship side Wrexham. He becomes the Addicks&rsquo; eighth signing of the summer following the arrivals of Ivan Mes&iacute;k, Billy Koumetio, Karlan Grant, Danny McNamara, Millenic Alli, [...]<br />
The post He&rsquo;s An Excellent Shot Stopper&mdash;Charlton Athletic Manager On New]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/hes-an-excellent-shot-stopper-charlton-athletic-manager-on-new-signing-okonkwo/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 08:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/hes-an-excellent-shot-stopper-charlton-athletic-manager-on-new-signing-okonkwo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘I’m Focused On Getting Better’  –Arokodare Reacts After Scoring First Ajax Goal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare has expressed delight at scoring his first goal for Ajax in their UEFA Conference League play-off win against FC Sion on Thursday. The Nigerian international made a massive impact off the bench for Ajax, scoring in the 74th minute and providing an assist in the 87th minute during their 4-2 [...]<br />
The post &lsquo;I&rsquo;m Focused On Getting Better&rsquo;&ndash;Arokodare Reacts After Scoring First Ajax Goal appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/im-focused-on-getting-better-arokodare-reacts-after-scoring-first-ajax-goal/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 08:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/im-focused-on-getting-better-arokodare-reacts-after-scoring-first-ajax-goal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arteta Opens Up On Lewis-Skelly’s Arsenal Future]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mikel Arteta has said that Myles Lewis-Skelly will 100% be an Arsenal player once the transfer window closes, BBC Sport reports. Lewis-Skelly&rsquo;s future has been the subject of much debate, with reported interest from clubs in the Premier League. Arsenal are also trying to maintain their self-sustainable model and have been looking to raise funds [...]<br />
The post Arteta Opens Up On Lewis-Skelly&rsquo;s Arsenal Future appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arteta-opens-up-on-lewis-skellys-arsenal-future/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 07:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arteta-opens-up-on-lewis-skellys-arsenal-future/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Daga Pens New Long-Term Contract With Molde FK]]></title><description><![CDATA[Flying Eagles midfielder Daniel Daga has signed a new long-term contract with Danish club Molde, Completesports.com reports. The new deal will keep the highly-rated youngster at the club until the summer of 2031. Daga Comments On New Contract Daga, who has continued to make steady progress since linking up with Molde, was delighted to commit [...]<br />
The post Daga Pens New Long-Term Contract With Molde FK appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/daga-pens-new-long-term-contract-with-molde-fk/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 07:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/daga-pens-new-long-term-contract-with-molde-fk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UECL: Arokodare Scores, Bags Assist in Ajax’s  Win At  Sion]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tolu Arokodare scored his maiden goal for Ajax as the Dutch giants defeated Swiss club Sion 4-2 in the first leg of their UEFA Europa Conference League playoff tie on Thursday night. Arokodare, who started the game on the bench, replaced Marcos Leonardo with 18 minutes remaining. The Nigeria international made an immediate impact, netting [...]<br />
The post UECL: Arokodare Scores, Bags Assist in Ajax&rsquo;sWin AtSion appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/uecl-arokodare-scores-bags-assist-in-ajaxs-win-at-sion/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 23:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/uecl-arokodare-scores-bags-assist-in-ajaxs-win-at-sion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Murphy: Only Man City Can Stop Arsenal From Winning Premier League]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former midfielder Danny Murphy has disclosed that Manchester City are the only team capable of stopping Arsenal from winning the Premier League title Murphy highlights Arsenal&rsquo;s strong momentum, defensive stability, and the continuity of keeping their core squad and manager while adding quality. Read Also:Done Deal: Olayinka Moves To Saudi Club Al Wehda On Free [...]<br />
The post Murphy: Only Man City Can Stop Arsenal From Winning Premier League appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/murphy-only-man-city-can-stop-arsenal-from-winning-premier-league/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 22:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/murphy-only-man-city-can-stop-arsenal-from-winning-premier-league/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UECL: Yohanna Makes Brighton Debut In Draw Against Tromsø]]></title><description><![CDATA[Zadok Yohanna made his competitive debut for Brighton &amp; Hove Albion in the goalless draw against Troms&oslash; in the first leg of their UEFA Europa Conference League playoff at the Romssa Arena on Thursday night. The 19-year-old was introduced in the 87th minute, replacing Ferdi Kadioglu in the keenly contested encounter. Brighton dominated proceedings but [...]<br />
The post UECL: Yohanna Makes Brighton Debut In Draw Against Troms&oslash; appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/uecl-yohanna-makes-brighton-debut-in-draw-against-troms/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 22:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/uecl-yohanna-makes-brighton-debut-in-draw-against-troms/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yusuf Savours New England Revolution Hat-Trick]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alhassan Yusuf has expressed his delight after playing a starring role in New England Revolution&rsquo;s emphatic 3-0 victory over DC United. The Nigeria international was the hero of the encounter at Audi Field in Washington, scoring all three goals for the visitors. Yusuf struck twice in the first half to put the Revolution firmly in [...]<br />
The post Yusuf Savours New England Revolution Hat-Trick appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/yusuf-savours-new-england-revolution-hat-trick/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 21:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/yusuf-savours-new-england-revolution-hat-trick/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[OFFICIAL: Okonkwo Joins Charlton Athletic On Loan]]></title><description><![CDATA[English Championship club Charlton Athletic have announced the signing of Nigeria international Arthur Okonkwo on loan from Wrexham, completesports.com reports. Charlton confirmed the loan move in a statement on their official website on Thursday. &ldquo;Charlton Athletic are delighted to announce the signing of Nigeria international Arthur Okonkwo on a season-long loan from Wrexham. &ldquo;The 6ft [...]<br />
The post OFFICIAL: Okonkwo Joins Charlton Athletic On Loan appeared first on Complete Sports]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/official-okonkwo-joins-charlton-athletic-on-loan/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 19:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/official-okonkwo-joins-charlton-athletic-on-loan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[US Open Announces Record $108 Million Prize Money]]></title><description><![CDATA[The United States Tennis Association on Thursday announced the largest player compensation package in professional tennis history, reaching $108 million at the 2026 U.S. Open. Singles champions will take home $5.5 million each, while main-draw first-round losers receive $140,000. Both figures represent all-time highs in Grand Slam history. Read Also:Wake Up Call &ndash;Kyrgios Apologizes To [...]<br />
The post US Open Announces Record $108 Million Prize Money appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/us-open-announces-record-108-million-prize-money/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 19:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/us-open-announces-record-108-million-prize-money/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arokodare Targets Ajax Success After Tough Wolves Spell]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tolu Arokodare is determined to make a big impact at Ajax after enduring a difficult spell with Wolverhampton Wanderers. Arokodare joined Ajax on a season-long loan from Wolves last month as he looks to rediscover his best form. The Nigeria international struggled to make the desired impact at Wolves last season following his arrival from [...]<br />
The post Arokodare Targets Ajax Success After Tough Wolves Spell appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arokodare-targets-ajax-success-after-tough-wolves-spell/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 19:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arokodare-targets-ajax-success-after-tough-wolves-spell/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man City Will Struggle To Win Premier League Without Rodri   –Barry]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Man City star Gareth Barry has disclosed that losing Rodri to Barcelona makes Manchester City&rsquo;s Premier League title challenge much harder. Recall that Rodri completed a high-profile move to FC Barcelona for a reported &pound;65 million package on a four-year deal. Read Also:Aston Villa Considering Moves For Adarabioyo, Tomori As Konsa Replacement His departure [...]<br />
The post Man City Will Struggle To Win Premier League Without Rodri &ndash;Barry appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/man-city-will-struggle-to-win-premier-league-without-rodri-barry/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 18:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/man-city-will-struggle-to-win-premier-league-without-rodri-barry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Charlton Athletic Agree Loan Deal  For Okonkwo]]></title><description><![CDATA[English Championship club Charlton Athletic have agreed a deal to sign Nigeria international goalkeeper Arthur Okonkwo on a season-long loan from Wrexham. This is according to European transfer expert and Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano. Okonkwo, who has just one year remaining on his contract at Wrexham, is set to become a free agent next summer, [...]<br />
The post Charlton Athletic Agree Loan DealFor Okonkwo appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/charlton-athletic-agree-loan-deal-for-okonkwo/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 18:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/charlton-athletic-agree-loan-deal-for-okonkwo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NPFL Pre-Season Tourney: El-Kanemi Lose Again After 2-0 Defeat To Katsina United]]></title><description><![CDATA[Katsina United opened their 2026 Pre-Season Super Six tournament with a 2-0 win against El Kanemi Warriors in Jos on Friday, completesports.com reports. A brace from Abdurrahman Garba secured Katsina United the win in their first tie on matchday 2 and which also book their spot in the semifinal. Garba opened the scoring in the [...]<br />
The post NPFL Pre-Season Tourney: El-Kanemi Lose Again After 2-0 Defeat To Katsina United appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-pre-season-tourney-el-kanemi-lose-again-after-2-0-defeat-to-katsina-united/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 17:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-pre-season-tourney-el-kanemi-lose-again-after-2-0-defeat-to-katsina-united/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Olayinka Moves To Saudi Club Al Wehda On Free Transfer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Peter Olayinka has sealed a move to Saudi First Division club Al Wehda, Completesports.com. Olayinka joined Al Wehda on a free transfer after severing ties with Cypriot club APOEL Nicosia. Al-Wehda officially announced the forward&rsquo;s arrival on their website on Thursday. &ldquo;The club&rsquo;s board of directors, headed by Mr. Hazem bin Hamed Al-Lahiani, completed the [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Olayinka Moves To Saudi Club Al Wehda On Free Transfer appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-olayinka-moves-to-saudi-club-al-wehda-on-free-transfer/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 17:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-olayinka-moves-to-saudi-club-al-wehda-on-free-transfer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arsenal Ranked Third World’s Most Valuable Football Club Brand]]></title><description><![CDATA[Premier League champions Arsenal have been ranked third world&rsquo;s most valuable and strongest football club brand, according to Brand Finance, Yahoo Sports reports. Arsenal made the biggest leap among the leading clubs, climbing five places to third and reaching a brand value of &euro;1.5 billion after a 28% increase. The Gunners ended their long wait [...]<br />
The post Arsenal Ranked Third World&rsquo;s Most Valuable Football Club Brand appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arsenal-ranked-third-worlds-most-valuable-football-club-brand/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 15:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arsenal-ranked-third-worlds-most-valuable-football-club-brand/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NNL: Heartland Need Five or Six Experienced Players, Strikers For NPFL Promotion — Owoeri]]></title><description><![CDATA[John Owoeri, a former Flying Eagles forward, has posited that Heartland of Owerri need to sign at least five or six experienced players, including strikers, to have a strong and competitive squad that will shoulder their promotion campaign back to the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), Completesports.com reports. Owoeri, 39, who plies his trade with [...]<br />
The post NNL: Heartland Need Five or Six Experienced Players, Strikers For NPFL Promotion &mdash; Owoeri appeared first on Complete Sport]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nnl-heartland-need-five-or-six-experienced-players-strikers-for-npfl-promotion-owoeri/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 14:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nnl-heartland-need-five-or-six-experienced-players-strikers-for-npfl-promotion-owoeri/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Botafogo demite Franclim Carvalho e recebe o Athletico-PR sob novo comando]]></title><description><![CDATA[O Botafogo fechou a semana com uma demiss&atilde;o e abre a pr&oacute;xima com um desafio enorme. Na ter&ccedil;a-feira (18), o clube confirmou a sa&iacute;da do t&eacute;cnico portugu&ecirc;s Franclim Carvalho ap&oacute;s uma sequ&ecirc;ncia de resultados que deixou pouca margem de manobra para a diretoria. Na segunda-feira (24), &agrave;s 20h, o Fog&atilde;o recebe o Athletico-PR no Nilton [...]<br />
The post Botafogo demite Franclim Carvalho e recebe o Athletico-PR sob novo comando appeared first]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/botafogo-demite-franclim-carvalho-e-recebe-o-athletico-pr-sob-novo-comando/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 14:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/botafogo-demite-franclim-carvalho-e-recebe-o-athletico-pr-sob-novo-comando/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hamburg Agree Deal With Nice For Moffi]]></title><description><![CDATA[OGC Nice and Bundesliga club Hamburg have reached an agreement for the transfer of Nigerian striker Terem Moffi. According to French publication Nice-Matin, Nice have accepted Hamburg&rsquo;s offer for the 27-year-old, although the transfer fee was not disclosed. Hamburg have been tracking the Nigeria international for several weeks as they look to strengthen their attacking [...]<br />
The post Hamburg Agree Deal With Nice For Moffi appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/hamburg-agree-deal-with-nice-for-moffi/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 13:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/hamburg-agree-deal-with-nice-for-moffi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Staying Compliant Without Losing Conversions: A UGC Maker Case Study]]></title><description><![CDATA[I handle marketing for a supplements brand, everything from daily multivitamins to targeted formulas for sleep and recovery. If you&rsquo;ve worked in this category, you know the tightrope we walk: every ad claim has to survive legal review, every testimonial has to avoid implying a cure or a guaranteed outcome, and every script has to [...]<br />
The post Staying Compliant Without Losing Conversions: A UGC Maker Case Study appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/staying-compliant-without-losing-conversions-a-ugc-maker-case-study/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 13:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/staying-compliant-without-losing-conversions-a-ugc-maker-case-study/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NNL: Udi Welcomes Proposed 20-Team Format, Targets Sunshine Stars’ Promotion]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sunshine Stars Technical Adviser, Duke Udi, has voiced his support for the proposed 20-team format for the Northern and Southern Conferences of the Nigeria National League (NNL) in the 2026/2027 season, Completesports.com reports. Udi Backs Proposed New NNL Format &ldquo;I think it&rsquo;s a welcome development. That means if the NNL Board ratifies the proposal at [...]<br />
The post NNL: Udi Welcomes Proposed 20-Team Format, Targets Sunshine Stars&rsquo; Promotion appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nnl-udi-welcomes-proposed-20-team-format-targets-sunshine-stars-promotion/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 12:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nnl-udi-welcomes-proposed-20-team-format-targets-sunshine-stars-promotion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heskey: Ngumoha Can Fill In For Salah]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Liverpool striker Emile Heskey has disclosed that Rio Ngumoha is a candidate to succeed Mohamed Salah, but notes that the young winger must adjust certain aspects of his game and build consistency before fully filling those shoes. Ngumoha has shown bright flashes in pre-season and developmental matches, even being deployed on the right wing [...]<br />
The post Heskey: Ngumoha Can Fill In For Salah appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/heskey-ngumoha-can-fill-in-for-salah/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 12:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/heskey-ngumoha-can-fill-in-for-salah/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Boboye Takes Charge Of Edo Queens For WAFU B Women’s Champions League]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kennedy Boboye will take charge of Edo Queens at the 2026 WAFU B Women&rsquo;s Champions League in Burkina Faso, Completesports.com reports. Boboye will stand in for Edo Queens&rsquo; substantive head coach, Moses Aduku, who is currently away on national duty. Aduku, who also serves as head coach of Nigeria&rsquo;s U-20 women&rsquo;s team, the Falconets, will [...]<br />
The post Boboye Takes Charge Of Edo Queens For WAFU B Women&rsquo;s Champions League appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/boboye-takes-charge-of-edo-queens-for-wafu-b-womens-champions-league/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 11:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/boboye-takes-charge-of-edo-queens-for-wafu-b-womens-champions-league/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lampard Backs Awoniyi To Shine At Coventry City]]></title><description><![CDATA[Coventry City manager Frank Lampard is backing new signing Taiwo Awoniyi to make a big impact at the club, Completesports.com reports. Awoniyi officially joined the Premier League newcomers from Nottingham Forest this week, bringing an end to his four-year spell at the City Ground. The 29-year-old Nigeria international was a popular figure among Forest supporters [...]<br />
The post Lampard Backs Awoniyi To Shine At Coventry City appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/lampard-backs-awoniyi-to-shine-at-coventry-city/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/lampard-backs-awoniyi-to-shine-at-coventry-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[MLS: Alhassan Yusuf Wins Man Of The Match Award After Bagging Hat-trick In New England Revolution Win]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria international Alhassan Yusuf was awarded Man of the Match after netting a hat-trick, as the New England Revolution beat D.C. United 3-0 in Wednesday&rsquo;s Major League Soccer (MLS) to end a three-game winless run, completesports.com reports. Yusuf became the eighth player in franchise history to record a hat-trick in the regular season and the [...]<br />
The post MLS: Alhassan Yusuf Wins Man Of The Match Award After Bagging Hat-trick In New England Revolution Win appeared first on Complete]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/mls-alhassan-yusuf-wins-man-of-the-match-award-after-bagging-hat-trick-in-new-england-revolution-win/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/mls-alhassan-yusuf-wins-man-of-the-match-award-after-bagging-hat-trick-in-new-england-revolution-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NPFL: Abia Warriors Confirm Enyimba Stadium Aba For 2026/2027 Home Games]]></title><description><![CDATA[Abia Warriors will play their home games in the 2026/2027 NPFL season at the Enyimba Stadium, Aba, Completesports.com reports. The club will relocate to Aba in the coming days for a closed-door camping ahead of the new season. Chairman Obuh Confirms Makeshift Home John Obuh, a former Nigeria U-17 team, Golden Eaglets and Flying Eagles [...]<br />
The post NPFL: Abia Warriors Confirm Enyimba Stadium Aba For 2026/2027 Home Games appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-abia-warriors-confirm-enyimba-stadium-aba-for-20262027-home-games/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-abia-warriors-confirm-enyimba-stadium-aba-for-20262027-home-games/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aston Villa Considering Moves For Adarabioyo, Tomori As Konsa Replacement]]></title><description><![CDATA[Aston Villa have placed defenders Tosin Adarabioyo and Fikayo Tomori on their list of transfer targets, according to talkSPORT. The pair have been identified as potential replacements for the departing Ezri Konsa. Villa are preparing for life without the England centre-back, who is closing in on a move to Arsenal. The Gunners have agreed a [...]<br />
The post Aston Villa Considering Moves For Adarabioyo, Tomori As Konsa Replacement appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/aston-villa-considering-moves-for-adarabioyo-tomori-as-konsa-replacement/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 08:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/aston-villa-considering-moves-for-adarabioyo-tomori-as-konsa-replacement/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Serie A Star Opens Up On Failed Transfer To Man United]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ederson has explained why his proposed move to Manchester United fell through this summer. The Brazilian looked set to become Michael Carrick&rsquo;s frst summer signing as the Red Devils&rsquo; permanent boss, but a long transfer saga ultimately ended in disappointment for the Brazilian, who did not get his switch to the Premier League. The midfielder, [...]<br />
The post Serie A Star Opens Up On Failed Transfer To Man United appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/serie-a-star-opens-up-on-failed-transfer-to-man-united/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 08:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/serie-a-star-opens-up-on-failed-transfer-to-man-united/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Awoniyi Vows To Score Goals For Coventry]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Eagles striker Taiwo Awoniyi has expressed readiness to deliver goals as the club prepare for its Premier League return against Arsenal on Friday. Awoniyi completed his move to the newly promoted side after spending four seasons with Nottingham Forest. Read Also:Fernandez Must Rediscover Best Form &ndash;Rangers Coach Eager To Score Goals The Nigerian international [...]<br />
The post Awoniyi Vows To Score Goals For Coventry appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/awoniyi-vows-to-score-goals-for-coventry/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 07:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/awoniyi-vows-to-score-goals-for-coventry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wake Up Call   –Kyrgios Apologizes To Fans, Family After Failing Drug Test]]></title><description><![CDATA[Australian tennis star Nick Kyrgios has issued an apology on Instagram, admitting he made a huge mistake and taking full responsibility for his actions after testing positive for cocaine. Recall that the International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA) announced the suspension of the &zwnj;31-year-old following a positive test for benzoylecgonine, a cocaine metabolite, from a sample [...]<br />
The post Wake Up Call &ndash;Kyrgios Apologizes To Fans, Family After Failing Drug Test appeared first on Comple]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wake-up-call-kyrgios-apologizes-to-fans-family-after-failing-drug-test/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 07:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wake-up-call-kyrgios-apologizes-to-fans-family-after-failing-drug-test/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fernandez Must Rediscover Best Form  –Rangers Coach]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rangers head coach Derek McInnes has demanded more from Super Eagles defender Emmanuel Fern&aacute;ndez following a difficult start to the 2026&ndash;27 season, stressing that the center back must raise his concentration levels and work ethic after costly errors against Jagiellonia Bia&#322;ystok and St. Mirren. After winning Rangers&rsquo; Player of the Season and earning a spot [...]<br />
The post Fernandez Must Rediscover Best Form&ndash;Rangers Coach appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/fernandez-must-rediscover-best-form-rangers-coach/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 06:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/fernandez-must-rediscover-best-form-rangers-coach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Webb Blasts FIFA’s Decision To Reverse Balogun’s Red Card]]></title><description><![CDATA[English refereeing chief Howard Webb has criticized FIFA over the decision to lift United States forward Folarin Balogun&rsquo;s red card at the World Cup 2026. Webb stated that he was really troubled by the U-turn, noting that external political pressure and an opaque review process damage public trust and fuel unfair conspiracy theories about football [...]<br />
The post Webb Blasts FIFA&rsquo;s Decision To Reverse Balogun&rsquo;s Red Card appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/webb-blasts-fifas-decision-to-reverse-baloguns-red-card/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 06:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/webb-blasts-fifas-decision-to-reverse-baloguns-red-card/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man Found Dead At Charlton Athletic Stadium]]></title><description><![CDATA[A man has been found dead at the stadium of Championship club Charlton Athletic, talkSPORT reports. Police are investigating after a body was discovered at The Valley on Tuesday morning. Officers were called to the ground following an incident in the early hours of the morning with a man being pronounced dead at the scene. [...]<br />
The post Man Found Dead At Charlton Athletic Stadium appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/man-found-dead-at-charlton-athletic-stadium/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 23:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/man-found-dead-at-charlton-athletic-stadium/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NPFL Pre-Season Invitational: Plateau United, Mighty Jets Make Winning Starts]]></title><description><![CDATA[Plateau United and Mighty Jets began their campaigns at the 2026 Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, Invitational Pre-season Tournament on winning notes,reports Completesports.com. In the opening game of the tournament, Plateau United secured a 1-0 victory over last season&rsquo;s NPFL runners-up, Rivers United. Jubril Ibrahim scored the decisive goal in the 29th minute to hand [...]<br />
The post NPFL Pre-Season Invitational: Plateau United, Mighty Jets Make Winning Starts appeared first on Compl]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-pre-season-invitational-plateau-united-mighty-jets-make-winning-starts/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 22:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-pre-season-invitational-plateau-united-mighty-jets-make-winning-starts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Playing At Real Madrid Not For Everyone –Bernardo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Real Madrid&rsquo;s new signing Bernardo Silva has disclosed that playing for the 15-time European champions is not for everyone, expressing immense pride in joining after leaving Manchester City. Bernardo noted that seeing the club&rsquo;s 15 Champions League trophies firsthand at the Santiago Bernab&eacute;u is deeply imposing and special. Read Also:It&rsquo;s Fantastic To Play In Front [...]<br />
The post Playing At Real Madrid Not For Everyone &ndash;Bernardo appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/playing-at-real-madrid-not-for-everyone-bernardo/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 22:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/playing-at-real-madrid-not-for-everyone-bernardo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Delap, Jackson Training Away From Chelsea First Team]]></title><description><![CDATA[Liam Delap and Nicolas Jackson are part of a group of Chelsea players who are training separately from Xabi Alonso&rsquo;s first-team squad as preparations ramp up for the start of the season, Telegraph reports. But Chelsea have ripped up the club&rsquo;s old &ldquo;bomb squad&rdquo; approach by allowing the second group &ndash; which is as large [...]<br />
The post Delap, Jackson Training Away From Chelsea First Team appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/delap-jackson-training-away-from-chelsea-first-team/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 21:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/delap-jackson-training-away-from-chelsea-first-team/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arsenal Plotting Move To Sign English-Born Nigerian Defender Ogunneye From Man United]]></title><description><![CDATA[Premier League champions Arsenal are plotting a raid on Manchester United for their English-born Nigerian defender Habeeb Ogunneye, according to Telegraph Sport. Ogunneye played 21 matches on loan at Newport County last season before being recalled in January. The 20-year-old London-born defender has been involved in multiple first-team matchday squads at United, including the FA [...]<br />
The post Arsenal Plotting Move To Sign English-Born Nigerian Defender Ogunneye From Man United appeared first o]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arsenal-plotting-move-to-sign-english-born-nigerian-defender-ogunneye-from-man-united/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 20:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arsenal-plotting-move-to-sign-english-born-nigerian-defender-ogunneye-from-man-united/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[D’Tigers Name Final Roster For FIBA World Cup African Qualifiers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s D&rsquo;Tigers have unveiled their final roster for the second round of the FIBA Basketball World Cup African Qualifiers, scheduled to take place in Tunisia from August 27 to 30. The Nigerian side will head to Tunisia determined to secure crucial results as they continue their push for a place at the FIBA Basketball World [...]<br />
The post D&rsquo;Tigers Name Final Roster For FIBA World Cup African Qualifiers appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/dtigers-name-final-roster-for-fiba-world-cup-african-qualifiers/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 20:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/dtigers-name-final-roster-for-fiba-world-cup-african-qualifiers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[OFFICIAL: Reijnders Leaves Man City For Al-Qadsiah After One Season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Netherlands midfielder Tijjani Reijnders has completed a &pound;52m move to Saudi Arabian side Al-Qadsiah from Manchester City, BBC Sport reports. The 28-year-old only joined City last summer in a &pound;46.5m move from AC Milan, but struggled to make an impact. Reijnders made 50 appearances in all competitions for City, scoring seven goals, helping them win [...]<br />
The post OFFICIAL: Reijnders Leaves Man City For Al-Qadsiah After One Season appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/official-reijnders-leaves-man-city-for-al-qadsiah-after-one-season/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 20:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/official-reijnders-leaves-man-city-for-al-qadsiah-after-one-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Nigerian Defender Joins Ugandan Club Vipers SC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Uganda Premier League champions Vipers SC have completed the signing of Nigerian defender Princewill Biweribo Tarabina. Tarabina joins the Venoms from Nigeria Premier Football League ,NPFL, side Plateau United after putting pen to paper on a two-year contract. The 23-year-old centre-back scored two goals and provided two assists in 20 league appearances for Plateau United [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Nigerian Defender Joins Ugandan Club Vipers SC appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-nigerian-defender-joins-ugandan-club-vipers-sc/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 19:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-nigerian-defender-joins-ugandan-club-vipers-sc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Joshua, Fury Fight May Hold In New York  –Hearn]]></title><description><![CDATA[British boxing promoter Eddie Hearn has admitted that the long-awaited heavyweight mega-fight between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua is likely headed to the United States, with New York&rsquo;s Madison Square Garden emerging as the frontrunner, despite initial contract stipulations demanding a UK-based bout. Hearn in a chat with Bad Left Hook, noted that organizers, broadcasters [...]<br />
The post Joshua, Fury Fight May Hold In New York&ndash;Hearn appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/joshua-fury-fight-may-hold-in-new-york-hearn/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 18:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/joshua-fury-fight-may-hold-in-new-york-hearn/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Okoye: I Want To Give Everything For Udinese]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye has firmly pledged his commitment to Udinese, stating that he remains 100% focused on the Italian club and ready to give his all despite previous transfer links to sides like Juventus and Inter Milan. Okoye has dismissed summer transfer speculation, stating that his mind is entirely on Udinese Calcio where [...]<br />
The post Okoye: I Want To Give Everything For Udinese appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/okoye-i-want-to-give-everything-for-udinese/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 18:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/okoye-i-want-to-give-everything-for-udinese/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I’m Contemplating Continuing My Relationship From Home In Madrid  –Chavarría’s Girlfriend]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spanish influencer Pawgli has broken down in tears on social media, expressing deep distress over potentially leaving her established life and career in Madrid to join her partner, new &pound;18m Chelsea signing Pep Chavarr&iacute;a, in London. Pawgli, via her Instagram handle, noted that moving to London means giving up a major portion of her work, [...]<br />
The post I&rsquo;m Contemplating Continuing My Relationship From Home In Madrid&ndash;Chavarr&iacute;a&rsquo;s Girlfriend appeared first on Co]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/im-contemplating-continuing-my-relationship-from-home-in-madrid-chavarras-girlfriend/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 17:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/im-contemplating-continuing-my-relationship-from-home-in-madrid-chavarras-girlfriend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I Had Limited Game Time  –Pogba Reacts After Leaving Monaco]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Monaco star Paul Pogba has expressed gratitude to the club&rsquo;s president, management, staff, and teammates, noting it was a pleasure to wear the red and white kit despite playing fewer games than he had hoped. Recall that on Wednesday, Monaco and Pogba officially parted ways a year early after an injury-plagued stint. Read Also:Musiala [...]<br />
The post I Had Limited Game Time&ndash;Pogba Reacts After Leaving Monaco appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/i-had-limited-game-time-pogba-reacts-after-leaving-monaco/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 17:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/i-had-limited-game-time-pogba-reacts-after-leaving-monaco/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Best Crypto Cloud Mining Platforms For 2026: 7 Safer Picks And A Guide To Earning Up To $9,700]]></title><description><![CDATA[By 2026, cloud mining is no longer limited to experienced miners with expensive hardware. The rise of mobile cloud mining platforms has made it possible for everyday users to participate in crypto mining directly from a smartphone&mdash;without purchasing mining equipment or dealing with complicated technical setups. A new generation of cloud mining services is making [...]<br />
The post Best Crypto Cloud Mining Platforms For 2026: 7 Safer Picks And A Guide To Earning Up To $9,700 appeared first on C]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/best-crypto-cloud-mining-platforms-for-2026-7-safer-picks-and-a-guide-to-earning-up-to-9700/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/best-crypto-cloud-mining-platforms-for-2026-7-safer-picks-and-a-guide-to-earning-up-to-9700/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Christantus Uche Undergoes Successful Surgery After Knee Injury]]></title><description><![CDATA[Getafe midfielder Christantus Uche has undergone successful surgery after sustaining a knee injury during a pre-season friendly. Uche picked up the injury during Getafe&rsquo;s friendly encounter against AS Monaco on August 6. According to information on Getafe&rsquo;s official website, the Nigeria international underwent surgery in Lyon, France. The midfielder will now begin his rehabilitation as [...]<br />
The post Christantus Uche Undergoes Successful Surgery After Knee Injury appeared first on Co]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/christantus-uche-undergoes-successful-surgery-after-knee-injury/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/christantus-uche-undergoes-successful-surgery-after-knee-injury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 130: Funke Oshonaike’s Table Tennis Career]]></title><description><![CDATA[Born on 28 April 1974 in Lagos, Funke Oshonaike&rsquo;s table tennis career is among the longest and most remarkable sporting journeys by a Nigerian athlete. From playing table tennis as a young girl in Lagos to becoming a three-time African singles champion, Nigerian champion and seven-time Olympian, her career has been built on discipline, sacrifice [...]<br />
The post SPORTS PLANET Podcast&hellip;EPISODE 130: Funke Oshonaike&rsquo;s Table Tennis Career appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sports-planet-podcastepisode-130-funke-oshonaikes-table-tennis-career/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sports-planet-podcastepisode-130-funke-oshonaikes-table-tennis-career/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NPFL Pre-Season Invitational Tournament: Rangers, Rivers United, El-Kanemi, Others Battle In Jos]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s representatives in the 2026/27 CAF inter-club competitions, Rangers International, Rivers United and El-Kanemi Warriors, will from today, 19 August 2026, begin to test-run their readiness for the African inter-club competitions in a six-team NPFL Pre-Season Invitational Tournament organised by the league body at the New Jos City Stadium, Jos, Completesports.com reports. The tournament will [...]<br />
The post NPFL Pre-Season Invitational Tournament: Rangers, Rivers United, El-Kanemi,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-pre-season-invitational-tournament-rangers-rivers-united-el-kanemi-others-battle-in-jos/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-pre-season-invitational-tournament-rangers-rivers-united-el-kanemi-others-battle-in-jos/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dennis Agrees Move To UAE Club Al Jazira]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigerian midfielder Anthony Dennis is set to join United Arab Emirates outfit Al Jazira from Turkish Super Lig club G&ouml;ztepe, Completesports.com reports. According to Turkish outlet, DHA, G&ouml;ztepe and Al Jazira have reached an agreement for the transfer of the 22-year-old in a deal worth &euro;5m. Dennis has attracted interest from a number of European [...]<br />
The post Dennis Agrees Move To UAE Club Al Jazira appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/dennis-agrees-move-to-uae-club-al-jazira/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 14:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/dennis-agrees-move-to-uae-club-al-jazira/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Les joueurs de football américains célèbres qui ont marqué l’Europe]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dans cette vid&eacute;o YouTube, nous retra&ccedil;ons le parcours de plusieurs footballeurs am&eacute;ricains parmi les plus talentueux et admir&eacute;s qui ont r&eacute;ussi &agrave; s&rsquo;imposer sur la sc&egrave;ne europ&eacute;enne. Du passage l&eacute;gendaire du gardien Tim Howard &agrave; Everton jusqu&rsquo;&agrave; l&rsquo;explosion au plus haut niveau de Christian Pulisic sous les couleurs de Chelsea, nous plongeons au c&oelig;ur de [...]<br />
The post Les joueurs de football am&eacute;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/les-joueurs-de-football-amricains-clbres-qui-ont-marqu-leurope/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/les-joueurs-de-football-amricains-clbres-qui-ont-marqu-leurope/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How To Choose School Furniture That Lasts: A Buyer’s Guide For Administrators]]></title><description><![CDATA[Buying school furniture is one of the biggest facility investments a district makes outside of the building itself. Desks, chairs, tables, and storage units take a beating every single day, and the wrong purchase can drain a budget for years. This guide walks administrators, principals, facility managers, and purchasing coordinators through the full process. From [...]<br />
The post How To Choose School Furniture That Lasts: A Buyer&rsquo;s Guide For Administrators appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/how-to-choose-school-furniture-that-lasts-a-buyers-guide-for-administrators/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 12:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/how-to-choose-school-furniture-that-lasts-a-buyers-guide-for-administrators/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Joining Leadership Programs For High School Students Enhances College Applications]]></title><description><![CDATA[For high school students aiming to strengthen their college applications, joining leadership programs can be a game-changer. These programs not only provide an opportunity to develop essential skills but also allow students to make a significant impact in their communities. As colleges increasingly seek applicants who stand out, participation in such programs can enhance a [...]<br />
The post How Joining Leadership Programs For High School Students Enhances College Applications appeared first on Comp]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/how-joining-leadership-programs-for-high-school-students-enhances-college-applications/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 12:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/how-joining-leadership-programs-for-high-school-students-enhances-college-applications/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three Defeats In 33 openers: What Liverpool Carry Into St James’ Park]]></title><description><![CDATA[Three times in 33 seasons, Liverpool have lost the first league game of a campaign. 20 times they have won it and 10 times they have drawn. The&nbsp;Newcastle vs Liverpool odds&nbsp;at Paddy Power prices one afternoon, and one afternoon is exactly what a 33-season record comes down to. This one falls at 4.30pm on Sunday [...]<br />
The post Three Defeats In 33 openers: What Liverpool Carry Into St James&rsquo; Park appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/three-defeats-in-33-openers-what-liverpool-carry-into-st-james-park/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 12:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/three-defeats-in-33-openers-what-liverpool-carry-into-st-james-park/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Belgian Club Zulte Waregem Sign Nigerian Youngster]]></title><description><![CDATA[Belgian club Zulte Waregem have completed the signing of Nigerian youngster Maliq Musa, Completesports.com reports. Musa joined De Boeren from Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) side Ikorodu City on loan, with the Belgian outfit retaining an option to make the move permanent. Zulte Waregem reportedly beat off competition from Spanish giants Barcelona and a number [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Belgian Club Zulte Waregem Sign Nigerian Youngster appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-belgian-club-zulte-waregem-sign-nigerian-youngster/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 08:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-belgian-club-zulte-waregem-sign-nigerian-youngster/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cagliari Striker Out Of Induced Coma After Pool Incident]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cagliari striker Yael Trepy has been taken out of a medically induced coma and no longer requires mechanical ventilation following a near-drowning incident in a swimming pool on Sunday. The 20-year-old French forward remains in intensive care at Santissima Annunziata Hospital in Sassari, Sardinia, where doctors report he is fully alert, responsive, and shows no [...]<br />
The post Cagliari Striker Out Of Induced Coma After Pool Incident appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/cagliari-striker-out-of-induced-coma-after-pool-incident/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 07:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/cagliari-striker-out-of-induced-coma-after-pool-incident/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[It’s Fantastic To Play In Front Of Bursaspor’s Supporters  –Iheanacho]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bursaspor star Kelechi Iheanacho has disclosed that it is fantastic to play in front of one of the biggest fan groups in T&uuml;rkiye, expressing confidence that their home support will keep the team strong. The Nigerian international has made a flying start to the 2026/27 Turkish 1. Lig campaign, scoring two goals and providing an [...]<br />
The post It&rsquo;s Fantastic To Play In Front Of Bursaspor&rsquo;s Supporters&ndash;Iheanacho appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/its-fantastic-to-play-in-front-of-bursaspors-supporters-iheanacho/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 07:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/its-fantastic-to-play-in-front-of-bursaspors-supporters-iheanacho/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arteta Hints At More Arsenal Signings]]></title><description><![CDATA[Despite having arguably the Premier League&rsquo;s strongest squad, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has said the club will always look to strengthen where possible. Arsenal are on the lookout for a left-sided attacker following Leandro Trossard&rsquo;s departure whilst Gabriel Martinelli&rsquo;s future hangs in the balance. Liverpool target Bradley Barcola is a name that Arsenal have been [...]<br />
The post Arteta Hints At More Arsenal Signings appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arteta-hints-at-more-arsenal-signings/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 07:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arteta-hints-at-more-arsenal-signings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Musiala Breaks Silence After Collapsing On Pitch Again]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bayern Munich winger Jamal Musiala has revealed he is suffering from &ldquo;treatable absence seizures&rdquo; after he collapsed on the pitch for the second time in four days, Sky Sports reports. The 23-year-old fell to the floor just eight minutes after coming on as a substitute in Bayern&rsquo;s friendly with FC Heidenheim on Tuesday night. It [...]<br />
The post Musiala Breaks Silence After Collapsing On Pitch Again appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/musiala-breaks-silence-after-collapsing-on-pitch-again/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 07:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/musiala-breaks-silence-after-collapsing-on-pitch-again/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ikorodu City’s Arumala Completes Al Ittihad Switch]]></title><description><![CDATA[Joseph Arumala has joined Egyptian Premier League club Al Ittihad on a permanent transfer, Completesports.com reports. Arumala linked up with the Alexandria-based club from Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, side Ikorodu City. The young striker was one of the standout performers in the NPFL last season, scoring 13 goals, and providing two assist for the [...]<br />
The post Ikorodu City&rsquo;s Arumala Completes Al Ittihad Switch appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ikorodu-citys-arumala-completes-al-ittihad-switch/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 07:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ikorodu-citys-arumala-completes-al-ittihad-switch/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Man United Must Not Rely On Shaw  –Rooney]]></title><description><![CDATA[Man United legend Wayne Rooney has disclosed that the Red Devils can&rsquo;t rely on Luke Shaw to remain fit and consistent for an entire season. Speaking on his podcast, Rooney pointed out that Shaw&rsquo;s fitness issues mean United need to enter the transfer market for cover. He advised United to make a move for Arsenal&rsquo;s [...]<br />
The post Why Man United Must Not Rely On Shaw&ndash;Rooney appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/why-man-united-must-not-rely-on-shaw-rooney/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 23:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/why-man-united-must-not-rely-on-shaw-rooney/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rodri: Barcelona Have Always Been Global Benchmark For Me]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Manchester City star Rodri has disclosed that he snubbed a move to Real Madrid to join Barcelona because of the club&rsquo;s stable sporting project, tactical alignment with the Spanish national team. Upon arriving in Catalonia, Rodri praised Barcelona&rsquo;s historical benchmark and unique understanding of football values as the deciding factor. Read Also:OFFICIAL: Barcelona Complete [...]<br />
The post Rodri: Barcelona Have Always Been Global Benchmark For Me appeared first on Complete Spor]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/rodri-barcelona-have-always-been-global-benchmark-for-me/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 22:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/rodri-barcelona-have-always-been-global-benchmark-for-me/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Garlick Confident Arteta Will Sign New Contract]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal chief executive Richard Garlick has confirmed that the club is very happy with the positive and progressive direction of ongoing contract talks with manager Mikel Arteta, with both parties fully expecting an agreement to be reached soon.&nbsp; Both parties view the timing of a formal announcement as a secondary priority behind ongoing transfer window [...]<br />
The post Garlick Confident Arteta Will Sign New Contract appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/garlick-confident-arteta-will-sign-new-contract/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 22:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/garlick-confident-arteta-will-sign-new-contract/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Musiala Collapses On Pitch Again]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bayern Munich star Jamal Musiala has collapsed on the pitch again just days after a similar incident against Leipzig. The German international went down minutes after being subbed on during a friendly against FC Heidenheim, according to Sky in Germany, via The Sun. The 23-year-old was subbed on during Bayern&rsquo;s 4-2 victory and played for [...]<br />
The post Musiala Collapses On Pitch Again appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/musiala-collapses-on-pitch-again/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 21:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/musiala-collapses-on-pitch-again/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[OFFICIAL: Barcelona Complete £65.4m Signing Of Rodri From Man City]]></title><description><![CDATA[Barcelona have confirmed the signing of Rodri from Manchester City in a deal worth &pound;65.4m, Sky Sports reports. The Spain World Cup winner and former Ballon d&rsquo;Or winner, who helped City win four Premier League titles and a Champions League crown, has signed a four-year contract with the LaLiga club. Rodri, 30, had one year [...]<br />
The post OFFICIAL: Barcelona Complete &pound;65.4m Signing Of Rodri From Man City appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/official-barcelona-complete-654m-signing-of-rodri-from-man-city/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 21:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/official-barcelona-complete-654m-signing-of-rodri-from-man-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Nigerian Striker Joins Swiss Club Neuchâtel Xamax]]></title><description><![CDATA[Swiss club Neuch&acirc;tel Xamax have announced the signing of Nigerian striker Peter Ambrose on a permanent deal from Aberdeen. Ambrose joins the Swiss side after spending two years with Aberdeen, having arrived at the Scottish club from Hungarian outfit &Uacute;jpest in 2024. The 24-year-old struggled for regular playing time during his spell with the Dons, [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Nigerian Striker Joins Swiss Club Neuch&acirc;tel Xamax appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-nigerian-striker-joins-swiss-club-neuchtel-xamax/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 20:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-nigerian-striker-joins-swiss-club-neuchtel-xamax/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Barcelona Star Turns Down  £35m Move To Man United]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spanish World Cup winner and Barcelona midfielder Gavi has snubbed a move to Manchester United, Mirror reports. United boss Michael Carrick had targeted the 22-year-old in a bid to bolster his midfield options ahead of the new season. It&rsquo;s understood United were willing to meet Barcelona&rsquo;s &pound;35m asking price. But Gavi has made it clear [...]<br />
The post Barcelona Star Turns Down&pound;35m Move To Man United appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/barcelona-star-turns-down-35m-move-to-man-united/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 19:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/barcelona-star-turns-down-35m-move-to-man-united/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man United Legend Gets Six-Month Road Ban For Speeding]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Manchester United footballer Paul Scholes has been handed a six-month road ban after he racked up two driving convictions in the space of two days, BBC Sport reports. The 51-year-old was caught speeding in a Range Rover on the evening of 3 March while on a late-night drive through Cleckheaton in West Yorkshire. In [...]<br />
The post Man United Legend Gets Six-Month Road Ban For Speeding appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/man-united-legend-gets-six-month-road-ban-for-speeding/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/man-united-legend-gets-six-month-road-ban-for-speeding/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Liverpool Table €115M Bid For Barcola, Maintain Interest In Mbaye]]></title><description><![CDATA[Liverpool have reportedly tabled a &euro;115 million offer to Paris Saint-Germain for winger Bradley Barcola as they aim to strengthen their squad before the end of the summer transfer window. Liverpool Keen On Barcola And Mbaye Liverpool want Barcola to be their new first-choice left winger, and they are also looking to bring in his [...]<br />
The post Liverpool Table &euro;115M Bid For Barcola, Maintain Interest In Mbaye appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/liverpool-table-115m-bid-for-barcola-maintain-interest-in-mbaye/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 17:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/liverpool-table-115m-bid-for-barcola-maintain-interest-in-mbaye/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vieira Named New Senegal Head Coach []]></title><description><![CDATA[Patrick Vieira has been appointed the new head coach of Senegal&rsquo;s Teranga Lions. The former France international replaces Pape Thiaw, who left his position following Senegal&rsquo;s early exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Vieira&rsquo;s appointment was unanimously approved by the Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) on Monday. According to the FSF, the appointment of the [...]<br />
The post Vieira Named New Senegal Head Coach [ appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/vieira-named-new-senegal-head-coach-/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 17:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/vieira-named-new-senegal-head-coach-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vieira Named New Senegal Head Coach]]></title><description><![CDATA[Patrick Vieira has been appointed the new head coach of Senegal&rsquo;s Teranga Lions. The former France international replaces Pape Thiaw, who left his position following Senegal&rsquo;s early exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Vieira&rsquo;s appointment was unanimously approved by the Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) on Monday. According to the FSF, the appointment of the [...]<br />
The post Vieira Named New Senegal Head Coach appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/vieira-named-new-senegal-head-coach/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 17:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/vieira-named-new-senegal-head-coach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Egypt Head Coach Hassan Collapses While Trying To Stop Fight Between Wives]]></title><description><![CDATA[Egypt head coach Hossam Hassan reportedly collapsed after his two wives got into a dramatic hair-pulling brawl in front of shocked holidaymakers, The Sun reports. The football gaffer was enjoying a break on the country&rsquo;s glamorous north coat when paradise turned into pure chaos inside a luxury hotel cafe in Porto Marina. An argument between [...]<br />
The post Egypt Head Coach Hassan Collapses While Trying To Stop Fight Between Wives appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/egypt-head-coach-hassan-collapses-while-trying-to-stop-fight-between-wives/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 16:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/egypt-head-coach-hassan-collapses-while-trying-to-stop-fight-between-wives/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFU B Women’s Champions League: Edo Queens Get Tough Group Draw]]></title><description><![CDATA[Edo Queens have been handed a tough draw for the 2026 WAFU B Women&rsquo;s Champions League, Completesports.com reports. The Nigeria Women Football League ,NWFL, champions were drawn in Group B alongside ASEC Mimosas of C&ocirc;te d&rsquo;Ivoire, Ghana&rsquo;s Ampem Darkoa and AS Garde Nationale of Niger Republic. Moses Aduku&rsquo;s side will be making their second appearance [...]<br />
The post WAFU B Women&rsquo;s Champions League: Edo Queens Get Tough Group Draw appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafu-b-womens-champions-league-edo-queens-get-tough-group-draw/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 16:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafu-b-womens-champions-league-edo-queens-get-tough-group-draw/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bayer Leverkusen Chief Lauds  Boniface After Newcastle Wonder Goal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bayer Leverkusen sporting director Simon Rolfes has showered praise on Victor Boniface after the striker scored a superb goal in the club&rsquo;s 2-1 friendly victory over Newcastle United. Boniface came off the bench to grab the winning goal in the keenly contested encounter. The Nigeria international showed his quality by beating his marker with a [...]<br />
The post Bayer Leverkusen Chief LaudsBoniface After Newcastle Wonder Goal appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/bayer-leverkusen-chief-lauds-boniface-after-newcastle-wonder-goal/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 15:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/bayer-leverkusen-chief-lauds-boniface-after-newcastle-wonder-goal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jacquet Needs Time To Adapt To Premier League Football  –Van Dijk]]></title><description><![CDATA[Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has disclosed that new defensive signing J&eacute;r&eacute;my Jacquet needs time to build an on-pitch connection. Following a 2-0 pre-season friendly win over Como, Van Dijk praised Jacquet&rsquo;s debut performance and goal, noting that partnerships take time to gel. Read Also:Okocha: I Still Pay My Brother Royalties For The Name &lsquo;Jay-Jay&rsquo; [...]<br />
The post Jacquet Needs Time To Adapt To Premier League Football&ndash;Van Dijk appeared first on Complete]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/jacquet-needs-time-to-adapt-to-premier-league-football-van-dijk/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 14:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/jacquet-needs-time-to-adapt-to-premier-league-football-van-dijk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Okocha: I Still Pay My Brother Royalties For The Name ‘Jay-Jay’]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Super Eagles midfielder Austin Jay-Jay Okocha has disclosed that his famous nickname &lsquo;Jay-Jay&rsquo; originally belonged to his older brother. He stated that the nickname stuck because multiple people in his family and street environment went by Austin. Read Also:Super Eagles, Super Falcons, Others&rsquo; Revival: Bazuaye Offers Blueprint, Demands Roles For 1985 Eaglets Childhood Origins [...]<br />
The post Okocha: I Still Pay My Brother Royalties For The Name &lsquo;Jay-Jay&rsquo; appea]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/okocha-i-still-pay-my-brother-royalties-for-the-name-jay-jay/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 13:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/okocha-i-still-pay-my-brother-royalties-for-the-name-jay-jay/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Oyebanji Reaffirms Support As 17.5km Ikogosi Marathon Returns Oct. 31]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has reaffirmed his administration&rsquo;s support for the 2026 Ikogosi Marathon, as organisers announced that the 17.5-kilometre road race will hold on October 31 with an expected 8,000 participants. The race, organised by the Ikogosi Marathon Initiative in collaboration with the Ekiti State Government, is expected to attract runners from across [...]<br />
The post Oyebanji Reaffirms Support As 17.5km Ikogosi Marathon Returns Oct. 31 appeared first on Complete S]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/oyebanji-reaffirms-support-as-175km-ikogosi-marathon-returns-oct-31/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/oyebanji-reaffirms-support-as-175km-ikogosi-marathon-returns-oct-31/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Premier League Club Weigh Up Move For Azeez]]></title><description><![CDATA[Femi Azeez has emerged as a transfer target for Premier League side Brighton &amp; Hove Albion, Completesports.com reports. According to the BBC, Brighton are considering a move for the Millwall star as they assess their options ahead of the close of the summer transfer window. Brighton&rsquo;s interest in Azeez is understood to be connected to [...]<br />
The post Premier League Club Weigh Up Move For Azeez appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/premier-league-club-weigh-up-move-for-azeez/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 11:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/premier-league-club-weigh-up-move-for-azeez/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Time For Gusau NFF Board To Quit  — Danladi Bako]]></title><description><![CDATA[In years gone by, the Nigerian Football Federation board led by Ibrahim Gusau would have been sacked by now. Their continued stay in office after a woeful first tenure makes past military regimes look messianic because during General Babangida or General Abacha&rsquo;s regimes, the monumental failures of the current board would not have lasted this [...]<br />
The post Time For Gusau NFF Board To Quit&mdash; Danladi Bako appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/time-for-gusau-nff-board-to-quit-danladi-bako/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 10:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/time-for-gusau-nff-board-to-quit-danladi-bako/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chelsea Set New Asking Price For Neto After Three EPL Heavyweights Express Interest]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chelsea have set a new asking price for Pedro Neto after Manchester City, Arsenal and Tottenham expressed interest in the winger, Metro reports. The Blues are willing to sell Neto for the right price before the summer transfer window closes. Neto, 26, has made over 100 appearances for Chelsea since his &pound;54m move from Wolves [...]<br />
The post Chelsea Set New Asking Price For Neto After Three EPL Heavyweights Express Interest appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/chelsea-set-new-asking-price-for-neto-after-three-epl-heavyweights-express-interest/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/chelsea-set-new-asking-price-for-neto-after-three-epl-heavyweights-express-interest/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[James: I’m Not Fully Match Fit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chelsea captain Reece James has disclosed that he is still shaking off rust and lacks full match fitness after returning from an extended break following England&rsquo;s World Cup run. He played an hour in a 3-1 preseason friendly win over Real Sociedad ahead of the Chelsea opener against Fulham. Read Also:I Can&rsquo;t Believe Arsenal Considered [...]<br />
The post James: I&rsquo;m Not Fully Match Fit appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/james-im-not-fully-match-fit/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 08:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/james-im-not-fully-match-fit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rodri Lands In Barcelona To Complete Move From Man City]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain midfielder Rodri said it is his &ldquo;dream&rdquo; to play for Barcelona after he arrived in the city to complete his move from Manchester City, BBC Sport reports. Barcelona have agreed to pay City about &pound;65m, with the 30-year-old to sign a four-year contract with the La Liga champions. &ldquo;I&rsquo;m very happy to have arrived. [...]<br />
The post Rodri Lands In Barcelona To Complete Move From Man City appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/rodri-lands-in-barcelona-to-complete-move-from-man-city/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 08:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/rodri-lands-in-barcelona-to-complete-move-from-man-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dennis Attracts Interest From Bundesliga Clubs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Several Bundesliga clubs have reportedly joined the growing race to sign one-time Super Eagles invitee Anthony Dennis. According to transfer expert Ekrem Konur, Hoffenheim, Mainz, Augsburg and Stuttgart have all shown strong interest in the Nigerian defensive midfielder. Dennis has attracted considerable attention in recent months, with clubs in England, Spain and Turkey also linked [...]<br />
The post Dennis Attracts Interest From Bundesliga Clubs appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/dennis-attracts-interest-from-bundesliga-clubs/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 08:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/dennis-attracts-interest-from-bundesliga-clubs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Boehly Holds Talks Over Selling Shares To Majority Owners At Chelseam]]></title><description><![CDATA[Todd Boehly and Mark Walter have held talks about selling their shares in Chelsea to Clearlake Capital, Sky Sports reports. Clearlake currently owns 61.5 per cent of the club, while Boehly, Walter and Hansjorg Wyss each own a 12.8 per cent stake. Clearlake, under the leadership of Behdad Eghbali and Jose Feliciano, effectively run the [...]<br />
The post Boehly Holds Talks Over Selling Shares To Majority Owners At Chelseam appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/boehly-holds-talks-over-selling-shares-to-majority-owners-at-chelseam/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 08:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/boehly-holds-talks-over-selling-shares-to-majority-owners-at-chelseam/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Boehly Holds Talks Over Selling Shares To Majority Owners At Chelsea]]></title><description><![CDATA[Todd Boehly and Mark Walter have held talks about selling their shares in Chelsea to Clearlake Capital, Sky Sports reports. Clearlake currently owns 61.5 per cent of the club, while Boehly, Walter and Hansjorg Wyss each own a 12.8 per cent stake. Clearlake, under the leadership of Behdad Eghbali and Jose Feliciano, effectively run the [...]<br />
The post Boehly Holds Talks Over Selling Shares To Majority Owners At Chelsea appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/boehly-holds-talks-over-selling-shares-to-majority-owners-at-chelsea/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 08:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/boehly-holds-talks-over-selling-shares-to-majority-owners-at-chelsea/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lemour Sacked After Criticising Infantino’s World Cup Sell-Off Plan]]></title><description><![CDATA[FIFA has confirmed that Chief Operating Officer Kevin Lamour left the organization, following his public criticism of President Gianni Infantino&rsquo;s controversial plan to sell private stakes in the World Cup. Lamour publicly stated that FIFA staff had been &ldquo;deceived&rdquo; by Infantino regarding a $20 billion commercial restructuring project. Read Also:Scottish FA Drops Support For Infantino&rsquo;s [...]<br />
The post Lemour Sacked After Criticising Infantino&rsquo;s World Cup Sell-Off Pla]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/lemour-sacked-after-criticising-infantinos-world-cup-sell-off-plan/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 07:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/lemour-sacked-after-criticising-infantinos-world-cup-sell-off-plan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Nigerian Defender Completes Loan Move To Villarreal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigerian defender Chukwuma Eze has completed a season-long loan move to Spanish club Villarreal from Real Oviedo, Completesports.com reports. Eze will spend the 2026/27 campaign with Villarreal B as he continues his development in Spanish football. The Yellow Submarine confirmed the arrival of the 22-year-old centre-back in a statement on their official website. Eze joined [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Nigerian Defender Completes Loan Move To Villarreal appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-nigerian-defender-completes-loan-move-to-villarreal/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 07:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-nigerian-defender-completes-loan-move-to-villarreal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Super Eagles, Super Falcons, Others’ Revival: Bazuaye Offers Blueprint, Demands Roles for 1985 Eaglets]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Super Eagles winger, Baldwin Bazuaye (MON), has outlined what he believes Nigeria must do to revive its national football teams, the Super Eagles and others, insisting that better planning, early preparation and greater involvement of former internationals are crucial to restoring the country&rsquo;s lost glory, Completesports.com reports. Bazuaye also called for members of Nigeria&rsquo;s [...]<br />
The post Super Eagles, Super Falcons, Others&rsquo; Revival: Bazuaye Offers Blueprint, Demands]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/super-eagles-super-falcons-others-revival-bazuaye-offers-blueprint-demands-roles-for-1985-eaglets/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 23:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/super-eagles-super-falcons-others-revival-bazuaye-offers-blueprint-demands-roles-for-1985-eaglets/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Raducanu May Quit Tennis   –Castle]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former British number one Andrew Castle has disclosed that he wouldn&rsquo;t be surprised if Tennis star Emma Raducanu eventually walks away due to her ongoing injury struggles. Recall that Raducanu faced a continuous cycle of physical setbacks, including wrist and ankle surgeries in past seasons, alongside viral illnesses and back issues. Read Also:I&rsquo;ve Been Struggling [...]<br />
The post Why Raducanu May Quit Tennis &ndash;Castle appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/why-raducanu-may-quit-tennis-castle/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 23:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/why-raducanu-may-quit-tennis-castle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘He Has A Special Place’ — Nottingham Forest Owner Sends Heartfelt Message To Awoniyi After Coventry Move]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nottingham Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis has paid a glowing tribute to Taiwo Awoniyi following the striker&rsquo;s move to Coventry City. Awoniyi brought his four-year association with Forest to an end on Monday after completing a move to Frank Lampard&rsquo;s side. The Nigeria international joined the Premier League outfit from Bundesliga club Union Berlin in 2022 [...]<br />
The post &lsquo;He Has A Special Place&rsquo; &mdash; Nottingham Forest Owner Sends Heartfelt Message To Awoniyi After Cove]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/he-has-a-special-place-nottingham-forest-owner-sends-heartfelt-message-to-awoniyi-after-coventry-move/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 21:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/he-has-a-special-place-nottingham-forest-owner-sends-heartfelt-message-to-awoniyi-after-coventry-move/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Carrick Can’t Win Premier League, Champions League With Man United  –Carragher]]></title><description><![CDATA[Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher has disclosed that Manchester United can&rsquo;t win the Premier League and Champions League under Red Devils manager Michael Carrick. He claimed that rivals do not fear Man United with Carrick in charge and that winning the league demands a truly special manager. Read Also:Fulham Coach Hails Bassey&rsquo;s Attitude, Work Ethic &lsquo;I&rsquo;m [...]<br />
The post Carrick Can&rsquo;t Win Premier League, Champions League With Man United&ndash;Carragher appeared first o]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/carrick-cant-win-premier-league-champions-league-with-man-united-carragher/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 19:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/carrick-cant-win-premier-league-champions-league-with-man-united-carragher/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NFF Asks Super Falcons Coach Madugu To Step Down With Immediate Effect]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Executive Committee of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has asked the Super Falcons coaching crew led by Justine Madugu to step down. The NFF made this known in a statement on their official X handle today (Monday). &ldquo;The Executive Committee of the Nigeria Football Federation has asked members of the technical crew of the [...]<br />
The post NFF Asks Super Falcons Coach Madugu To Step Down With Immediate Effect appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nff-asks-super-falcons-coach-madugu-to-step-down-with-immediate-effect/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 19:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nff-asks-super-falcons-coach-madugu-to-step-down-with-immediate-effect/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chelsea Star Set For Medical At Former Serie A Title Winners]]></title><description><![CDATA[Multiple sources claim that Chelsea defender Benoit Badiashile will undergo medical tests with Napoli on Tuesday. Chelsea defender Badiashile is on the verge of joining Napoli on loan and will undergo medical examinations with the Partenopei tomorrow, Tuesday, August 18. According to Football Italia, Corriere dello Sport and Corriere della Sera confirm the date for [...]<br />
The post Chelsea Star Set For Medical At Former Serie A Title Winners appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/chelsea-star-set-for-medical-at-former-serie-a-title-winners/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 19:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/chelsea-star-set-for-medical-at-former-serie-a-title-winners/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scottish FA Drops Support For Infantino’s FIFA Re-Election Bid]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Scottish Football Association (SFA) has officially confirmed it has lost confidence in FIFA President Gianni Infantino and will not vote for his re-election in early 2027. SFA chief executive Ian Maxwell stated that Scotland stands fully behind UEFA&rsquo;s position regarding the FIFA leadership. Read Also:Nigerian-Born Defender Completes Move To Belgian Club Cercle Brugge The [...]<br />
The post Scottish FA Drops Support For Infantino&rsquo;s FIFA Re-Election Bid appeared first on Complete Sport]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/scottish-fa-drops-support-for-infantinos-fifa-re-election-bid/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 19:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/scottish-fa-drops-support-for-infantinos-fifa-re-election-bid/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Awoniyi Joins Coventry City On Permanent Transfer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Coventry City have announced the signing of Nigeria international Taiwo Awoniyi on a permanent transfer from Nottingham Forest, Completesports.com reports. Awoniyi brings an end to his four-year association with Nottingham Forest following his move to the Premier League newcomers. The striker joined Forest from Bundesliga side Union Berlin in 2022 and played a key role [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Awoniyi Joins Coventry City On Permanent Transfer appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-awoniyi-joins-coventry-city-on-permanent-transfer/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 19:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-awoniyi-joins-coventry-city-on-permanent-transfer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Busquets Begins Coaching Role With Barcelona Reserve Team]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Barcelona midfielder Sergio Busquets has returned to the club to begin his coaching career with the reserve team in the Spanish fourth tier, ESPN reports. Busquets, 38, will form part of manager Juliano Belletti&rsquo;s staff this season while he completes his own coaching badges. Bar&ccedil;a Athletic were in the second division as recently as [...]<br />
The post Busquets Begins Coaching Role With Barcelona Reserve Team appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/busquets-begins-coaching-role-with-barcelona-reserve-team/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 18:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/busquets-begins-coaching-role-with-barcelona-reserve-team/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Okocha: Bayern Munich Turned Me Down In 1991 Because Of My Age]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Super Eagles midfielder Austin Okocha has disclosed that Bayern Munich wanted to sign him in 1991, but the deal did not happen because he was under 18 years old. Recall that Okocha played with Bayern Munich&rsquo;s youth team at a tournament in Switzerland, impressing them enough to prompt an offer. Read Also:Serie A Star [...]<br />
The post Okocha: Bayern Munich Turned Me Down In 1991 Because Of My Age appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/okocha-bayern-munich-turned-me-down-in-1991-because-of-my-age/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 16:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/okocha-bayern-munich-turned-me-down-in-1991-because-of-my-age/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Serie A Star Rushed To Hospital After Nearly Drowning In Pool]]></title><description><![CDATA[Serie A footballer Yael Trepy has been airlifted to hospital and put in intensive care after nearly drowning in a swimming pool, The Sun. The incident happened at a mansion in Sardinia, where Cagliari star Trepy, 20, was enjoying some downtime after a Coppa Italia win over Arezzo. La Repubblica claim that Trepy is not [...]<br />
The post Serie A Star Rushed To Hospital After Nearly Drowning In Pool appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/serie-a-star-rushed-to-hospital-after-nearly-drowning-in-pool/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 16:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/serie-a-star-rushed-to-hospital-after-nearly-drowning-in-pool/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria Begin Preparations For African Cadets Men’s Handball Championship]]></title><description><![CDATA[Head Coach of Nigeria&rsquo;s National U-18 male handball team, Abdulhakim Yakubu, has invited 22 players to camp as preparations intensify for the 22nd African Cadets Men&rsquo;s Championship in Abidjan, C&ocirc;te d&rsquo;Ivoire. The invited players are already in camp in Abuja, where they are undergoing intensive training under the supervision of the technical crew ahead of [...]<br />
The post Nigeria Begin Preparations For African Cadets Men&rsquo;s Handball Championship appeared first on Complet]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nigeria-begin-preparations-for-african-cadets-mens-handball-championship/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 16:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nigeria-begin-preparations-for-african-cadets-mens-handball-championship/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 129: English FA Community Shield Review-Arsenal vs Manchester City]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal yesterday began the 2026-27 English football season by defeating Manchester City 3-0 to win the FA Community Shield at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff. The victory handed Arsenal the first trophy of the new campaign and extended Arteta&rsquo;s impressive record in the traditional season curtain-raiser while Maresca&rsquo;s tenure at Manchester City began with defeat [...]<br />
The post SPORTS PLANET Podcast&hellip;EPISODE 129: English FA Community Shield Review-Arsenal vs Manchester City]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sports-planet-podcastepisode-129-english-fa-community-shield-review-arsenal-vs-manchester-city/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 15:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sports-planet-podcastepisode-129-english-fa-community-shield-review-arsenal-vs-manchester-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian-Born Defender Completes Move To Belgian Club Cercle Brugge]]></title><description><![CDATA[Belgian Pro League club Cercle Brugge have completed the signing of Nigerian-born defender Tayo Adaramola from Premier League side Crystal Palace. Adaramola has signed a contract with the Green and Blacks that will keep him at the club until 2030. The 22-year-old is no stranger to Belgian football, having spent the second half of the [...]<br />
The post Nigerian-Born Defender Completes Move To Belgian Club Cercle Brugge appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nigerian-born-defender-completes-move-to-belgian-club-cercle-brugge/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 15:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nigerian-born-defender-completes-move-to-belgian-club-cercle-brugge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Irish-Born Nigerian Defender Completes  Move To Belgian Club Cercle Brugge]]></title><description><![CDATA[Belgian Pro League club Cercle Brugge have completed the signing of Irish-born Nigerian defender, Tayo Adaramola, from Premier League side Crystal Palace. Adaramola has signed a contract with the Green and Blacks that will keep him at the club until 2030. The 22-year-old is no stranger to Belgian football, having spent the second half of [...]<br />
The post Irish-Born Nigerian Defender CompletesMove To Belgian Club Cercle Brugge appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/irish-born-nigerian-defender-completes-move-to-belgian-club-cercle-brugge/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 15:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/irish-born-nigerian-defender-completes-move-to-belgian-club-cercle-brugge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[White Faith, Red Passion: How Kit Colors Shape Football Devotion]]></title><description><![CDATA[A liverpool jersey third that breaks every rule. A Madrid jersey carrying a century of glory. 2:45 a.m. Champions League knockout. You haven&rsquo;t moved in twenty minutes. Hands are wet. You don&rsquo;t care. Ninety-third minute. Goal. You&rsquo;re up before your brain catches it&mdash;screaming, thumping your chest, neighbor already pounding the wall. Your Madrid jersey is [...]<br />
The post White Faith, Red Passion: How Kit Colors Shape Football Devotion appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/white-faith-red-passion-how-kit-colors-shape-football-devotion/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 15:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/white-faith-red-passion-how-kit-colors-shape-football-devotion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ronaldo’s Wife: Why I Married My Husband In Our Living Room]]></title><description><![CDATA[Georgina Rodr&iacute;guez has disclosed that she chose their everyday family space to get married to Cristiano Ronaldo so that their children would fondly remember the exact spot where their parents exchanged their vows. In an interview with Vogue, Rodr&iacute;guez noted that while they have access to castles and grand properties, an intimate family moment at [...]<br />
The post Ronaldo&rsquo;s Wife: Why I Married My Husband In Our Living Room appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ronaldos-wife-why-i-married-my-husband-in-our-living-room/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 14:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ronaldos-wife-why-i-married-my-husband-in-our-living-room/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Are Elite Mobile Card Players Choosing Teen Patti Master To Level Up Their Strategy?]]></title><description><![CDATA[A seasoned card player is rarely defined by luck alone. Anyone who has watched experienced Teen Patti competitors understands that the difference between an average session and a strong performance often comes down to decision-making under pressure. Knowing when to take risks, when to step back, and how to read the flow of the table [...]<br />
The post Why Are Elite Mobile Card Players Choosing Teen Patti Master To Level Up Their Strategy? appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/why-are-elite-mobile-card-players-choosing-teen-patti-master-to-level-up-their-strategy/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 14:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/why-are-elite-mobile-card-players-choosing-teen-patti-master-to-level-up-their-strategy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Olayinka Joins Saudi Club Al Wehda]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigerian forward Peter Olayinka has completed a permanent move to Saudi Arabian club Al Wehda. Olayinka joined the Red Giants on a free transfer after parting ways with Cypriot side APOEL Nicosia. The 30-year-old scored two goals in 14 league appearances during his spell with APOEL. Read Also:Olayinka Terminates Contract With Red Star Belgrade The [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Olayinka Joins Saudi Club Al Wehda appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-olayinka-joins-saudi-club-al-wehda/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 11:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-olayinka-joins-saudi-club-al-wehda/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chukwueze Relishes New Milan Role Under Amorim]]></title><description><![CDATA[Samuel Chukwueze is enjoying his new role at AC Milan under head coach Ruben Amorim, reports Completesports.com. Chukwueze impressed in Milan&rsquo;s pre-season friendly victory over Manchester United in Wroclaw last weekend. The Nigeria international registered a goal and two assists as the Rossoneri claimed an entertaining 4-2 victory. The 27-year-old has been deployed as a [...]<br />
The post Chukwueze Relishes New Milan Role Under Amorim appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/chukwueze-relishes-new-milan-role-under-amorim/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/chukwueze-relishes-new-milan-role-under-amorim/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madrid Coach Mourinho Approves Move For Arsenal midfielder]]></title><description><![CDATA[Martin Zubimendi is firmly back on Real Madrid&rsquo;s radar, with new head coach Jose Mourinho approving a potential move for the Arsenal midfielder, according to TEAMtalk. The 27-year-old was one of Arsenal&rsquo;s major signings last summer when the Gunners pushed through a &euro;65million deal to bring him from Real Sociedad. Zubimendi played an important role [...]<br />
The post Madrid Coach Mourinho Approves Move For Arsenal midfielder appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/madrid-coach-mourinho-approves-move-for-arsenal-midfielder/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 08:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/madrid-coach-mourinho-approves-move-for-arsenal-midfielder/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fulham Coach Hails Bassey’s Attitude, Work Ethic]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fulham manager &Aacute;lvaro Arbeloa has praised Super Eagles defender Calvin Bassey for his exceptional work ethic, professional attitude, and strong pre-season performances. The Spanish tactician made this known after the team&rsquo;s 1-0 victory over Stuttgart at Craven Cottage in a preseason friendly on Saturday afternoon. Read Also:Super Falcons Star Deactivates Instagram Account After WAFCON 2026, [...]<br />
The post Fulham Coach Hails Bassey&rsquo;s Attitude, Work Ethic appeared first on Compl]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/fulham-coach-hails-basseys-attitude-work-ethic/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 08:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/fulham-coach-hails-basseys-attitude-work-ethic/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Super Falcons Star Congratulates Cameroon On Winning First WAFCON Title]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Falcons star Rinsola Babajide has congratulated the Indomitable Lionesses of Cameroon for claiming their first Women&rsquo;s African Cup of Nations (WAFCON) title. Cameroon cruised to a 3-0 victory over tournament debutants Malawi in Sunday&rsquo;s final in Rabat. Marie Ngah Manga&rsquo;s close-range header put Cameroon 1-0 up in the 20th minute and Naomi Eto made [...]<br />
The post Super Falcons Star Congratulates Cameroon On Winning First WAFCON Title appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/super-falcons-star-congratulates-cameroon-on-winning-first-wafcon-title/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 08:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/super-falcons-star-congratulates-cameroon-on-winning-first-wafcon-title/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tzolis Equals Beckham’s Community Shield Feat In Arsenal’s Win Against Man City]]></title><description><![CDATA[Christos Tzolis enjoyed a dream debut for Arsenal after helping the Gunners to Community Shield success against Manchester City, Yahoo Sports reports. Tzolis starred as Arsenal eased to a 3-0 win over the Cityzens at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff, to seal the first silverware of the season. The Greece international is a new arrival [...]<br />
The post Tzolis Equals Beckham&rsquo;s Community Shield Feat In Arsenal&rsquo;s Win Against Man City appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/tzolis-equals-beckhams-community-shield-feat-in-arsenals-win-against-man-city/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 07:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/tzolis-equals-beckhams-community-shield-feat-in-arsenals-win-against-man-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[McInnes: Rangers Not Afraid Of Facing Celtic In Scottish Cup Quarter-Finals]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rangers manager Derek McInnes has described an upcoming quarter-final cup tie against arch-rivals Celtic as a &ldquo;mouthwatering&rdquo; fixture after securing his first win in charge with a 5-1 victory over St Mirren in the Premier Sports Cup. He expressed happiness that the high-profile clash will take place at Ibrox. Read Also:I Can&rsquo;t Believe Arsenal Considered [...]<br />
The post McInnes: Rangers Not Afraid Of Facing Celtic In Scottish Cup Quarter-Finals appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/mcinnes-rangers-not-afraid-of-facing-celtic-in-scottish-cup-quarter-finals/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 07:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/mcinnes-rangers-not-afraid-of-facing-celtic-in-scottish-cup-quarter-finals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026: Cameroon’s Ngock Wins Best Player Award, Chawinga Claims Golden Boot]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cameroon midfielder Monique Ngock has been named the Best Player of the 2026 Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) following her impressive performances at the tournament. Malawi star Temwa Chawinga was also among the major award winners, claiming the Golden Boot after finishing as the tournament&rsquo;s top scorer with five goals and two assists in [...]<br />
The post WAFCON 2026: Cameroon&rsquo;s Ngock Wins Best Player Award, Chawinga Claims Golden Boot appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-cameroons-ngock-wins-best-player-award-chawinga-claims-golden-boot/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 06:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-cameroons-ngock-wins-best-player-award-chawinga-claims-golden-boot/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cameroon Outclass Malawi To Clinch First-Ever WAFCON Title]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cameroon cruised to a 3-0 victory over tournament debutants Malawi to claim their first ever Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations (Wafcon) title, Yahoo Sports reports. Marie Ngah Manga&rsquo;s close-range header put the Indomitable Lionesses ahead in the 20th minute and Naomi Eto doubled the lead with a stunning volley on the half hour mark in [...]<br />
The post Cameroon Outclass Malawi To Clinch First-Ever WAFCON Title appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/cameroon-outclass-malawi-to-clinch-first-ever-wafcon-title/</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2026 23:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/cameroon-outclass-malawi-to-clinch-first-ever-wafcon-title/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Plumptre Returns To Al-Ittihad Training After Injury Layoff]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Falcons defender Ashleigh Plumptre has returned to training with Saudi Arabian club Al-Ittihad following a lengthy spell on the sidelines due to injury. Plumptre underwent surgery in March after sustaining a foot injury, which ruled her out of action for several months. The versatile defender subsequently missed the 2026 Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations, [...]<br />
The post Plumptre Returns To Al-Ittihad Training After Injury Layoff appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/plumptre-returns-to-al-ittihad-training-after-injury-layoff/</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2026 21:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/plumptre-returns-to-al-ittihad-training-after-injury-layoff/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Odegaard: Arsenal Played Brilliantly Against Man City]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal captain Martin &Oslash;degaard has disclosed that the Gunners played so brilliantly in their 3-0 victory against Manchester City in the Community Shield match in Cardiff on Sunday. Riccardo Calafiori, Kai Havertz, and Odegaard scored the goals to secure Arsenal&rsquo;s 18th Community Shield title. Read Also:I Can&rsquo;t Believe Arsenal Considered Selling Lewis-Skelly &mdash; Carragher Reacting [...]<br />
The post Odegaard: Arsenal Played Brilliantly Against Man City appeared first on Complet]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/odegaard-arsenal-played-brilliantly-against-man-city/</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2026 20:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/odegaard-arsenal-played-brilliantly-against-man-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I’ve Been Struggling With Health Issue  –Djokovic]]></title><description><![CDATA[Following a surprise second-round defeat at the Cincinnati Open, 39-year-old tennis star Novak Djokovic has disclosed that he has been managing an undisclosed, years-long health condition. He noted that the issue causes severe physical struggles during matches, particularly in hot and humid weather. Read Also:Tennis Star Announces Indefinite Break From Sport Recall that Djokovic suffered [...]<br />
The post I&rsquo;ve Been Struggling With Health Issue&ndash;Djokovic appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ive-been-struggling-with-health-issue-djokovic/</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2026 20:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ive-been-struggling-with-health-issue-djokovic/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Adams Delighted With Winning Debut For Venezia]]></title><description><![CDATA[Akor Adams could not hide his excitement after helping Venezia secure a 3-2 victory over Modena in their Coppa Italia clash. The Nigeria international enjoyed a memorable debut for the Winged Lions, scoring twice and providing an assist in the Round of 64 encounter. Adams Hails Tough Win Adams expressed his delight at making an [...]<br />
The post Adams Delighted With Winning Debut For Venezia appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/adams-delighted-with-winning-debut-for-venezia/</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2026 19:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/adams-delighted-with-winning-debut-for-venezia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ronaldo: ‘This Is Probably My Last Year Of Football’]]></title><description><![CDATA[Al Nassr star Cristiano Ronaldo has disclosed that the 2026&ndash;27 campaign will probably be his final year in professional football. Speaking in an interview with Vogue, the 41-year-old stated he has his post-career plans mapped out as he chases the historic milestone of 1,000 career goals. Read Also:Arsenal Maintain Community Shield Dominance Over Man City [...]<br />
The post Ronaldo: &lsquo;This Is Probably My Last Year Of Football&rsquo; appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ronaldo-this-is-probably-my-last-year-of-football/</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2026 19:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ronaldo-this-is-probably-my-last-year-of-football/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arsenal Maintain Community Shield Dominance Over Man City After 3-0 Win]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal put up a masterclass display as they hammered Manchester City 3-0 in the FA Community Shield inside the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff, Wales on Sunday. Goals from Ricardo Calafiori, Kai Havertz and skipper Martin Odegaard secured the dominant win for the Premier League champions. It is now four wins in four Community Shield encounters [...]<br />
The post Arsenal Maintain Community Shield Dominance Over Man City After 3-0 Win appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arsenal-maintain-community-shield-dominance-over-man-city-after-3-0-win/</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2026 18:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arsenal-maintain-community-shield-dominance-over-man-city-after-3-0-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘I’m Not Worried’ —Nwabali Calm Over Super Eagles Goalkeeping Competition]]></title><description><![CDATA[Stanley Nwabali has revealed that his main priority is helping Chippa United enjoy a successful season rather than reclaiming the Super Eagles&rsquo; number one goalkeeping spot. Nwabali rejoined the South African club last month after previously leaving Chippa United in February. During his absence from the national team, Maduka Okoye and Arthur Okonkwo have featured [...]<br />
The post &lsquo;I&rsquo;m Not Worried&rsquo; &mdash;Nwabali Calm Over Super Eagles Goalkeeping Competition appeared first o]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/im-not-worried-nwabali-calm-over-super-eagles-goalkeeping-competition/</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2026 18:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/im-not-worried-nwabali-calm-over-super-eagles-goalkeeping-competition/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Udinese Boss Praises Okoye After Coppa Italia Win Over Padova]]></title><description><![CDATA[Udinese head coach Kosta Runjaic has heaped praise on Maduka Okoye following the goalkeeper&rsquo;s impressive performance against Padova. The Zebras secured a 1-0 victory over Padova in their Coppa Italia clash at the Bluenergy Stadium on Sunday. Keinan Davis scored the decisive goal for Udinese in the 35th minute. Okoye missed the entire pre-season due [...]<br />
The post Udinese Boss Praises Okoye After Coppa Italia Win Over Padova appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/udinese-boss-praises-okoye-after-coppa-italia-win-over-padova/</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2026 16:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/udinese-boss-praises-okoye-after-coppa-italia-win-over-padova/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026 Final: We’re Battle Ready  –Fazili Speaks Ahead Malawi Vs Cameroon]]></title><description><![CDATA[Malawi women&rsquo;s national team coach Lovemore Fazili has disclosed that his side is not intimidated or underestimating Cameroon ahead of the 2026 Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) final. He insisted that the Scorchers are fearless, well-prepared, and fully aiming to win the tournament. Fazili rejected the notion that Malawi are overawed underdogs against continental [...]<br />
The post WAFCON 2026 Final: We&rsquo;re Battle Ready&ndash;Fazili Speaks Ahead Malawi Vs Cameroon appeared fir]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-final-were-battle-ready-fazili-speaks-ahead-malawi-vs-cameroon/</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2026 15:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-final-were-battle-ready-fazili-speaks-ahead-malawi-vs-cameroon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Super Falcons Star Deactivates Instagram Account After WAFCON 2026, W’Cup Failure]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Falcons defender Michelle Alozie has deactivated her Instagram account following heavy online criticism and trolling from fans after Nigeria failed to qualify for the 2027 FIFA Women&rsquo;s World Cup following a 2&ndash;1 playoff defeat to South Africa. A 2&ndash;1 loss to South Africa&rsquo;s Banyana Banyana in the decisive playoff ended Nigeria&rsquo;s qualification hopes for [...]<br />
The post Super Falcons Star Deactivates Instagram Account After WAFCON 2026, W&rsquo;Cup Failure appeared]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/super-falcons-star-deactivates-instagram-account-after-wafcon-2026-wcup-failure/</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2026 13:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/super-falcons-star-deactivates-instagram-account-after-wafcon-2026-wcup-failure/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[U-20 WWC: Falconets Line Up Poland, Korea Friendlies]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s Falconets will take on Poland and Korea Republic in friendly matches as part of their preparations for the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women&rsquo;s World Cup. Moses Aduku&rsquo;s side are currently in camp in Abuja, where they are stepping up preparations for the biennial competition. The Falconets are expected to depart for Poland on Monday, 24 [...]<br />
The post U-20 WWC: Falconets Line Up Poland, Korea Friendlies appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/u-20-wwc-falconets-line-up-poland-korea-friendlies/</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/u-20-wwc-falconets-line-up-poland-korea-friendlies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Salah Will Struggle To Adapt In Turkey  –Waddle]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Tottenham star Chris Waddle has warned that Mohamed Salah will face a tough challenge adapting to the Turkish S&uuml;per Lig following his surprising transfer to Trabzonspor. Waddle in a chat with Snabbare, noted that passionate Turkish fans turn on high-profile players quickly if early performances do not meet massive expectations. Read Also:Coppa Italia: Adams [...]<br />
The post Why Salah Will Struggle To Adapt In Turkey&ndash;Waddle appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/why-salah-will-struggle-to-adapt-in-turkey-waddle/</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2026 11:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/why-salah-will-struggle-to-adapt-in-turkey-waddle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man City Target First-Ever FA Cup Community Shield Win Against Arsenal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Premier League holders Arsenal and FA Cup champions Manchester City will renew hostilities ahead of the 2026/27 football season when they square off in the 2026 Community Shield at the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff, Wales on Sunday, SportsMole reports. The curtain-raiser is a repeat of the 2023 English Super Cup, in which Mikel Arteta got [...]<br />
The post Man City Target First-Ever FA Cup Community Shield Win Against Arsenal appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/man-city-target-first-ever-fa-cup-community-shield-win-against-arsenal/</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2026 10:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/man-city-target-first-ever-fa-cup-community-shield-win-against-arsenal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Coppa Italia: Adams To Face Okoye In Round Of 16 After Marking Venezia Debut With Brace, Assist In Modena Win]]></title><description><![CDATA[Akor Adams will come up against international teammate Maduka Okoye in the Coppa Italia round of 16, after helping new club Venezia beat Modena 3-2 by scoring two goals and providing an assist on Saturday night. Making his first appearance since his move from Spanish La Liga club Sevilla, Adams netted the late winner to [...]<br />
The post Coppa Italia: Adams To Face Okoye In Round Of 16 After Marking Venezia Debut With Brace, Assist In Modena Win appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/coppa-italia-adams-to-face-okoye-in-round-of-16-after-marking-venezia-debut-with-brace-assist-in-modena-win/</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/coppa-italia-adams-to-face-okoye-in-round-of-16-after-marking-venezia-debut-with-brace-assist-in-modena-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I Can’t Believe Arsenal Considered Selling Lewis-Skelly — Carragher]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jamie Carragher has expressed disbelieve Arsenal would consider selling a Myles Lewis-Skelly with Manchester United and Chelsea linked with the talent of late. Amid their move for Bruno Guimaraes, it was suggested Lewis-Skelly, who played in midfield to good effect at the end of last season, could be sold, with it suggested he&rsquo;d been offered [...]<br />
The post I Can&rsquo;t Believe Arsenal Considered Selling Lewis-Skelly &mdash; Carragher appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/i-cant-believe-arsenal-considered-selling-lewis-skelly-carragher/</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2026 08:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/i-cant-believe-arsenal-considered-selling-lewis-skelly-carragher/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Carrick: Man United Must Remain Positive Despite Loss To AC Milan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United manager Michael Carrick has urged fans and players to stay positive and keep their spirits up after a 4-2 pre-season defeat to AC Milan on Saturday. Despite twice leading through Harry Maguire and Patrick Dorgu, United conceded late goals in Poland, though Carrick insisted his team is ready for the new season. Read [...]<br />
The post Carrick: Man United Must Remain Positive Despite Loss To AC Milan appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/carrick-man-united-must-remain-positive-despite-loss-to-ac-milan/</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2026 08:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/carrick-man-united-must-remain-positive-despite-loss-to-ac-milan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Millwall Boss Explains Azeez’s Early Substitution Against Bristol City]]></title><description><![CDATA[Millwall head coach Alex Neil has explained the reason behind Femi Azeez&rsquo;s early substitution in the club&rsquo;s victory over Bristol City. Azeez was replaced by Kyrell Lisbie after just 30 minutes of Millwall&rsquo;s 2-0 win at Ashton Gate. Josh Coburn scored both goals for the Lions, while the hosts finished the game with 10 men [...]<br />
The post Millwall Boss Explains Azeez&rsquo;s Early Substitution Against Bristol City appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/millwall-boss-explains-azeezs-early-substitution-against-bristol-city/</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2026 07:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/millwall-boss-explains-azeezs-early-substitution-against-bristol-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal:  Super Falcons Defender Joins Turkish Club Yüksekova Spor Kulübü]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Falcons defender Jumoke Alani has completed a move to Turkish club Y&uuml;ksekova Spor Kul&uuml;b&uuml;, Completesports.com reports. Alani joins the Turkish outfit from Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) side Nasarawa Amazons. The 21-year-old centre-back has signed a one-year contract with Y&uuml;ksekova Spor Kul&uuml;b&uuml;. Alani makes the move to Europe following impressive spells in the NWFL [...]<br />
The post Done Deal:Super Falcons Defender Joins Turkish Club Y&uuml;ksekova Spor Kul&u]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-super-falcons-defender-joins-turkish-club-yksekova-spor-kulb/</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2026 07:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-super-falcons-defender-joins-turkish-club-yksekova-spor-kulb/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Belgium: Durosinmi On Target As Genk Rally To Beat Westerlo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rafiu Durosinmi was on target for the second consecutive game as Genk came from two goals down to defeat Westerlo 3-2 in their Belgian Pro League clash on Saturday night. Westerlo took the lead through Dylan Ourega in the seventh minute before Genk defender Matte Smets put the ball into his own net four minutes [...]<br />
The post Belgium: Durosinmi On Target As Genk Rally To Beat Westerlo appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/belgium-durosinmi-on-target-as-genk-rally-to-beat-westerlo/</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2026 23:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/belgium-durosinmi-on-target-as-genk-rally-to-beat-westerlo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Musiala Collapses During Bayern Friendly Game With Leipzig]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jamal Musiala collapsed during Bayern Munich&rsquo;s pre-season friendly with RB Leipzig at the Allianz Arena on Saturday, Daily Express reports. The game was played in temperatures as high as 33 degrees. It was the soaring heat that appeared to impact Musiala in the closing stages of the game. Musiala was a second-half substitute and scored [...]<br />
The post Musiala Collapses During Bayern Friendly Game With Leipzig appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/musiala-collapses-during-bayern-friendly-game-with-leipzig/</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2026 22:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/musiala-collapses-during-bayern-friendly-game-with-leipzig/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gabriel: Arsenal Eager To Win Every Trophy This Season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal defender Gabriel Magalh&atilde;es has disclosed that the team&rsquo;s painful UEFA Champions League final defeat serves as major fuel and motivation heading into the Community Shield. He emphasized that the squad is eager to bounce back, turn the disappointment into positive energy, and target multiple trophies in the new season. Read Also:Friendly: Chukwueze On Target, [...]<br />
The post Gabriel: Arsenal Eager To Win Every Trophy This Season appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/gabriel-arsenal-eager-to-win-every-trophy-this-season/</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2026 22:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/gabriel-arsenal-eager-to-win-every-trophy-this-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026: Algeria Beat Morocco On Penalty Shootout To Claim Bronze Medal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Algeria secured a historic bronze medal at the Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations after overcoming Morocco 3-2 on penalties following a 1-1 draw in the third-place play-off, SABC Sport reports. Morocco appeared on course for victory after Kautar Azraf broke the deadlock, giving the hosts a 1-0 advantage before the interval. The Atlas Lionesses then [...]<br />
The post WAFCON 2026: Algeria Beat Morocco On Penalty Shootout To Claim Bronze Medal appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-algeria-beat-morocco-on-penalty-shootout-to-claim-bronze-medal/</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2026 21:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-algeria-beat-morocco-on-penalty-shootout-to-claim-bronze-medal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I Joined Atletico Madrid To Win Trophies  –Romero]]></title><description><![CDATA[Atletico Madrid&rsquo;s new signing Cristian Romero has disclosed that he joined the club with the mindset of winning trophies. The Argentina international completed a &euro;40 million transfer from Tottenham Hotspur, signing a contract until June 2031. Read Also:Pre-Season: Boniface Late Strike Helps Leverkusen Beat Newcastle 2-1 Romero stated during his unveiling,&rdquo;I am very happy, very [...]<br />
The post I Joined Atletico Madrid To Win Trophies&ndash;Romero appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/i-joined-atletico-madrid-to-win-trophies-romero/</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2026 21:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/i-joined-atletico-madrid-to-win-trophies-romero/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pre-Season: Boniface Late Strike Helps Leverkusen Beat Newcastle 2-1]]></title><description><![CDATA[Victor Boniface was on target as Bayer Leverkusen ended their pre-season with a 2-1 win against Newcastle United on Saturday. Boniface, alongside Nathan Tella, were introduced into the game with 10 minutes remaining in the game. Leverkusen got off to a perfect start as they took the lead in the first minute through Ibrahim Mazda. [...]<br />
The post Pre-Season: Boniface Late Strike Helps Leverkusen Beat Newcastle 2-1 appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/pre-season-boniface-late-strike-helps-leverkusen-beat-newcastle-2-1/</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2026 20:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/pre-season-boniface-late-strike-helps-leverkusen-beat-newcastle-2-1/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Coventry City Agree Deal To Sign Awoniyi From Nottingham Forest]]></title><description><![CDATA[Coventry City have reached an agreement to sign Nigerian striker Taiwo Awoniyi from Nottingham Forest on a permanent deal, reports Completesports.com. Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano confirmed the development on X on Saturday, revealing that an agreement has been reached between the two clubs. &ldquo;EXCLUSIVE: Coventry City agree deal to sign Taiwo Awoniyi from Nottingham Forest, [...]<br />
The post Coventry City Agree Deal To Sign Awoniyi From Nottingham Forest appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/coventry-city-agree-deal-to-sign-awoniyi-from-nottingham-forest/</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2026 19:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/coventry-city-agree-deal-to-sign-awoniyi-from-nottingham-forest/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Smith: Arsenal, Man City Will Challenge For Premier League Title]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Arsenal striker Alan Smith has ruled out both Chelsea and Manchester United from the Premier League title race, predicting that the upcoming season&rsquo;s championship battle is strictly a two-horse race between his former side, Arsenal, and Manchester City. In a chat with Metro via BestBettingSites.co.uk, Smith believes only Arsenal and Manchester City have the [...]<br />
The post Smith: Arsenal, Man City Will Challenge For Premier League Title appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/smith-arsenal-man-city-will-challenge-for-premier-league-title/</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2026 19:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/smith-arsenal-man-city-will-challenge-for-premier-league-title/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Friendly: Chukwueze On Target, Bags Assists As AC Milan Overcome Man United]]></title><description><![CDATA[Samuel Chukwueze registered a goal and two assists as AC Milan defeated Manchester United 4-2 in a pre-season friendly on Saturday. Manchester United made a flying start, with Harry Maguire giving them the lead in the second minute. The Red Devils dominated possession afterwards but failed to capitalise on their advantage. Read Also:Pre-Season: Chukwueze Provides [...]<br />
The post Friendly: Chukwueze On Target, Bags Assists As AC Milan Overcome Man United appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/friendly-chukwueze-on-target-bags-assists-as-ac-milan-overcome-man-united/</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2026 19:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/friendly-chukwueze-on-target-bags-assists-as-ac-milan-overcome-man-united/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NSC Salutes Junior D’Tigress On FIBA U-19 World Cup Qualification]]></title><description><![CDATA[The National Sports Commission ,NSC, has congratulated Nigeria&rsquo;s U-18 women&rsquo;s basketball team, the Junior D&rsquo;Tigress, on securing qualification for the 2027 FIBA U-19 Women&rsquo;s Basketball World Cup in China. The Nigerian girls displayed remarkable resilience and determination in their semi-final clash against hosts C&ocirc;te d&rsquo;Ivoire at the FIBA U-18 Women&rsquo;s AfroBasket, edging the Ivorians 53-50 [...]<br />
The post NSC Salutes Junior D&rsquo;Tigress On FIBA U-19 Worl]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nsc-salutes-junior-dtigress-on-fiba-u-19-world-cup-qualification/</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2026 18:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nsc-salutes-junior-dtigress-on-fiba-u-19-world-cup-qualification/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alebiosu Faults Wolves Late Penalty Decision Vs Blackburn]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Eagles defender Ryan Alebiosu has expressed clear frustration after conceding a controversial late penalty in Blackburn Rovers&rsquo; 2-2 draw against Wolverhampton Wanderers in Friday&rsquo;s Championship game. Ra&uacute;l Jim&eacute;nez scored the resulting penalty in the 93rd minute to deny Blackburn a win, with Alebiosu stating that he believed he was outside the penalty box when [...]<br />
The post Alebiosu Faults Wolves Late Penalty Decision Vs Blackburn appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/alebiosu-faults-wolves-late-penalty-decision-vs-blackburn/</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2026 14:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/alebiosu-faults-wolves-late-penalty-decision-vs-blackburn/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship Clubs  Battle For Okonkwo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Charlton Athletic and Bolton Wanderers have reportedly expressed interest in signing Wrexham goalkeeper Arthur Okonkwo. Okonkwo&rsquo;s future at Wrexham is uncertain following the arrival of Anthony Patterson from Sunderland this summer. Patterson is expected to become the Red Dragons&rsquo; new first-choice goalkeeper, which could see the Nigerian seek a move away from the club in [...]<br />
The post Championship ClubsBattle For Okonkwo appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/championship-clubs-battle-for-okonkwo/</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2026 14:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/championship-clubs-battle-for-okonkwo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yirenkyi Is A Big Addition For Coventry  –Lampard]]></title><description><![CDATA[Coventry City manager Frank Lampard has praised 20-year-old Ghanaian midfielder Caleb Yirenkyi, stating he believes the club-record signing will have a big career at the club. The praise followed Yirenkyi&rsquo;s impressive performance and assist in the 2-0 friendly victory against Monaco on Friday. Read Also:Arsenal Ready To Increase Offer For Aston Villa Defender Konsa Recall [...]<br />
The post Yirenkyi Is A Big Addition For Coventry&ndash;Lampard appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/yirenkyi-is-a-big-addition-for-coventry-lampard/</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2026 14:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/yirenkyi-is-a-big-addition-for-coventry-lampard/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EXCLUSIVE: Nigerian Football Has Gone Down Terribly, We Must Introspect — Iroha]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Nigeria defender Ben Iroha has expressed deep concern over the state of Nigerian football, saying he finds it difficult to accept the country&rsquo;s recent setbacks at various levels of the game, Completesports.com reports. Iroha spoke against the backdrop of the Flying Eagles&rsquo; failure to qualify for the CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations and, [...]<br />
The post EXCLUSIVE: Nigerian Football Has Gone Down Terribly, We Must Introspect &mdash; Iroha appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/exclusive-nigerian-football-has-gone-down-terribly-we-must-introspect-iroha/</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2026 13:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/exclusive-nigerian-football-has-gone-down-terribly-we-must-introspect-iroha/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria Secure Qualification For 2027 FIBA U-19 Women’s Basketball World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[C&ocirc;te d&rsquo;Ivoire&rsquo;s smooth run at the FIBA U-18 Afrobasket came to an end on Friday last night following their 53-50 defeat to the Junior D&rsquo;Tigress of Nigeria, who will now play Mali in Sunday&rsquo;s final. With the win, Nigeria secured one of the two spots for African teams for the 2027 FIBA U-19 Women&rsquo;s Basketball [...]<br />
The post Nigeria Secure Qualification For 2027 FIBA U-19 Women&rsquo;s Basketball World Cup appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nigeria-secure-qualification-for-2027-fiba-u-19-womens-basketball-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2026 12:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nigeria-secure-qualification-for-2027-fiba-u-19-womens-basketball-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Coppa Italia: Udinese Boss Confirms Okoye Fit For Padova Clash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Udinese head coach Kosta Runjaic has confirmed that Maduka Okoye is available for the club&rsquo;s Coppa Italia clash with Padova,reports Completesports.com. Okoye sustained a shoulder injury during Udinese&rsquo;s pre-season training camp in Lienz, Austria. The Nigeria international was initially expected to miss the start of the new season as a result of the injury. However, [...]<br />
The post Coppa Italia: Udinese Boss Confirms Okoye Fit For Padova Clash appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/coppa-italia-udinese-boss-confirms-okoye-fit-for-padova-clash/</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2026 11:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/coppa-italia-udinese-boss-confirms-okoye-fit-for-padova-clash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Supercomputer Reveals 2026/27 Premier League Title Winners]]></title><description><![CDATA[The opening day of the Premier League season is fast approaching, with a supercomputer backing Arsenal to defend their title in the 2026-27 campaign. Mikel Arteta&rsquo;s side ended a 22-year wait to be crowned champions last term, with the Gunners holding off Man City after finishing as runners-up in three successive seasons. Arteta will look [...]<br />
The post Supercomputer Reveals 2026/27 Premier League Title Winners appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/supercomputer-reveals-202627-premier-league-title-winners/</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/supercomputer-reveals-202627-premier-league-title-winners/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘I’m Not Selling ’ —Galatasaray Chief Makes Firm Decision On Osimhen’s Future]]></title><description><![CDATA[Galatasaray president Dursun &Ouml;zbek has declared that the club will not entertain any offers for Victor Osimhen this summer, reports Completesports.com. The 27-year-old has been linked with a move to Premier League champions Arsenal, who are reportedly keen on bringing the Nigeria international to England. The Gunners are said to be willing to include Gabriel [...]<br />
The post &lsquo;I&rsquo;m Not Selling &rsquo; &mdash;Galatasaray Chief Makes Firm Decision On Osimhen&rsquo;s Future appeared fi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/im-not-selling-galatasaray-chief-makes-firm-decision-on-osimhens-future/</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/im-not-selling-galatasaray-chief-makes-firm-decision-on-osimhens-future/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chelsea’s Acheampong Attracting Interest From Newly Promoted Premier League Club]]></title><description><![CDATA[Coventry are keen on signing Josh Acheampong and Chelsea could be willing to consider a deal for the defender, according to talkSPORT. That is despite the Blues previously labelling the academy graduate as untouchable heading into this summer&rsquo;s transfer window. talkSPORT reported in June that Chelsea had rejected multiple approaches for Acheampong, insisting he would [...]<br />
The post Chelsea&rsquo;s Acheampong Attracting Interest From Newly Promoted Premier League Club appeared first on Comp]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/chelseas-acheampong-attracting-interest-from-newly-promoted-premier-league-club/</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/chelseas-acheampong-attracting-interest-from-newly-promoted-premier-league-club/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gakpo Reaches Agreement To Join Tottenham Hotspur]]></title><description><![CDATA[Liverpool forward Cody Gakpo has reached an agreement to join Tottenham Hotspur, according to reports in the Netherlands. The Netherlands international is one of Roberto De Zerbi&rsquo;s top attacking targets alongside Manchester City winger Savinho. Gakpo, who was signed in a deal worth up to &pound;45 million from PSV four years ago, has scored 50 [...]<br />
The post Gakpo Reaches Agreement To Join Tottenham Hotspur appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/gakpo-reaches-agreement-to-join-tottenham-hotspur/</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/gakpo-reaches-agreement-to-join-tottenham-hotspur/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[We’ll Definitely Bounce Back —Super Falcons Star Babajide]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rinsola Babajide has assured that the Super Falcons will bounce back following their disappointing campaign at the 2026 WAFCON and failure to qualify for the women&rsquo;s World Cup. Babajide stated this in a post on her official X handle. &ldquo;Heartbroken to say the least. &#128148;&#129402; &ldquo;It really hurts to miss out on a World Cup [...]<br />
The post We&rsquo;ll Definitely Bounce Back &mdash;Super Falcons Star Babajide appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/well-definitely-bounce-back-super-falcons-star-babajide/</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2026 08:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/well-definitely-bounce-back-super-falcons-star-babajide/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘We’ll See ’ — Osimhen Speaks on Galatasaray Future]]></title><description><![CDATA[Victor Osimhen has addressed speculation surrounding his future at Turkish Super Lig champions Galatasaray, amid reports linking him with a move away from the club, Completesports.com reports. The Nigeria international has recently emerged as a reported transfer target for Premier League champions Arsenal. Osimhen Reacts To Arsenal Rumours Osimhen, however, played down the speculation, insisting [...]<br />
The post &lsquo;We&rsquo;ll See &rsquo; &mdash; Osimhen Speaks on Galatasaray Future appeared f]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/well-see-osimhen-speaks-on-galatasaray-future/</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2026 08:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/well-see-osimhen-speaks-on-galatasaray-future/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘Let This Be A Wake-Up Call’  –Osimhen Reacts To Galatasaray’s 2-2 Draw Vs Corum]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has described Galatasaray&rsquo;s 2-2 draw against newly promoted &Ccedil;orum FK as a disappointment and a warning sign. Despite scoring a brilliant brace, including a 53rd minute opener and a 90th minute header to salvage a point, Osimhen warned that the team must wake up for a tough S&uuml;per Lig season. [...]<br />
The post &lsquo;Let This Be A Wake-Up Call&rsquo;&ndash;Osimhen Reacts To Galatasaray&rsquo;s 2-2 Draw Vs Corum appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/let-this-be-a-wake-up-call-osimhen-reacts-to-galatasarays-2-2-draw-vs-corum/</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2026 07:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/let-this-be-a-wake-up-call-osimhen-reacts-to-galatasarays-2-2-draw-vs-corum/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arsenal Is My Home  –Arteta]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has assured Gunners fans they do not need to worry about his future, stating that he will resolve his contract situation when the time is right. In a chat with the club&rsquo;s website, Arteta stated that his clear wish is to remain at Arsenal because he is extremely happy and feels [...]<br />
The post Arsenal Is My Home&ndash;Arteta appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arsenal-is-my-home-arteta/</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2026 07:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arsenal-is-my-home-arteta/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[National Sports Commission — Take the Lead and Solve Nigerian Football’s Problems – Odegbami]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigerians are in pain. Two nights ago, the Super Falcons lost and failed to qualify for the FIFA Women&rsquo;s World Cup for the first time in 35 years. It marked the climax of 12 years of being taken through avoidable pain and agony in losses, and frustration of failure to achieve what is easily within [...]<br />
The post National Sports Commission &mdash; Take the Lead and Solve Nigerian Football&rsquo;s Problems &ndash; Odegbami appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/national-sports-commission-take-the-lead-and-solve-nigerian-footballs-problems-odegbami/</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2026 06:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/national-sports-commission-take-the-lead-and-solve-nigerian-footballs-problems-odegbami/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Osimhen Opens New League Season With Brace To Help Galatasaray Draw 2-2 With Newly Promoted Corum]]></title><description><![CDATA[Victor Osimhen kicked off the new Turkish Super Lig campaign with two goals, as he helped Galatasaray force newly promoted Corum to a 2-2 home draw on Friday. Despite going into the contest as clear favourites, Galatasaray were on the verge of suffering a shock defeat against Corum, who already had a player sent off [...]<br />
The post Osimhen Opens New League Season With Brace To Help Galatasaray Draw 2-2 With Newly Promoted Corum appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/osimhen-opens-new-league-season-with-brace-to-help-galatasaray-draw-2-2-with-newly-promoted-corum/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 23:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/osimhen-opens-new-league-season-with-brace-to-help-galatasaray-draw-2-2-with-newly-promoted-corum/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tennis Star Announces Indefinite Break From Sport]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Wimbledon quarter-finalist Lulu Sun has announced an indefinite break from professional tennis, citing the relentless physical and mental demands of the sport&rsquo;s competition schedule. Sun, who famously defeated Emma Raducanu during her 2024 Wimbledon run, stated she needs time away to rest and recover.&nbsp; Read Also:Bolaji Wins Gold Medal At 2026 Peru Para Badminton [...]<br />
The post Tennis Star Announces Indefinite Break From Sport appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/tennis-star-announces-indefinite-break-from-sport/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 22:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/tennis-star-announces-indefinite-break-from-sport/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NPFL: Shooting Stars Name Salisu Yusuf New Technical Adviser]]></title><description><![CDATA[Shooting Stars have announced the appointment of Salisu Yusuf as their new technical adviser, Completesports.com reports. Yusuf takes over from Nurudeen Aweroro, who recently parted ways with the five-time Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, champions. The former Super Eagles assistant coach arrives at the Oluyole Warriors with an impressive coaching pedigree spanning over two decades. [...]<br />
The post NPFL: Shooting Stars Name Salisu Yusuf New Technical Adviser appeared first on Complete Sport]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-shooting-stars-name-salisu-yusuf-new-technical-adviser/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 21:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-shooting-stars-name-salisu-yusuf-new-technical-adviser/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Drug Gang Uses Haaland Stickers To Label Shipment Of Cocaine In Ecuador]]></title><description><![CDATA[Norwegian footballer Erling Haaland&rsquo;s face has appeared on television screens, trading cards and adverts around the world, The Telegraph reports. Nonetheless, narcotics police were no doubt a little surprised to come across the Manchester City striker&rsquo;s image when they seized hundreds of green packets filled with cocaine in a truck in Ecuador. Each of the [...]<br />
The post Drug Gang Uses Haaland Stickers To Label Shipment Of Cocaine In Ecuador appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/drug-gang-uses-haaland-stickers-to-label-shipment-of-cocaine-in-ecuador/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 21:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/drug-gang-uses-haaland-stickers-to-label-shipment-of-cocaine-in-ecuador/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Warren: Joshua, Fury Yet To Agree On Venue For Big Bout]]></title><description><![CDATA[British boxing promoter Frank Warren has disclosed that Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua must agree on a venue for their targeted November heavyweight fight, warning that the bout could be postponed or canceled if both camps cannot reach a final decision. Wembley Stadium in London was the initial choice, but start-time disagreements pushed Madison Square [...]<br />
The post Warren: Joshua, Fury Yet To Agree On Venue For Big Bout appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/warren-joshua-fury-yet-to-agree-on-venue-for-big-bout/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 19:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/warren-joshua-fury-yet-to-agree-on-venue-for-big-bout/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Community Shield: Arteta Provides Fitness Update On Saka, Rice, Timber, Saliba Ahead Man City Clash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mikel Arteta has issued the first fitness update of the new season as Arsenal prepare to face Manchester City at the Millennium Stadium in the Community Shield on Sunday. Less than a month after the World Cup final, Arsenal be back in domestic action with the traditional curtain raiser against the FA Cup champions, having [...]<br />
The post Community Shield: Arteta Provides Fitness Update On Saka, Rice, Timber, Saliba Ahead Man City Clash appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/community-shield-arteta-provides-fitness-update-on-saka-rice-timber-saliba-ahead-man-city-clash/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 19:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/community-shield-arteta-provides-fitness-update-on-saka-rice-timber-saliba-ahead-man-city-clash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CAF, Ligue 1, Frankfurt, PSG Celebrate Super Eagles Legend Okocha At 53]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Confederation of African Football (CAF) French topflight league organisers Ligue 1, Paris Saint-Germain and Eintracht Frankfurt have sent birthday wishes to Nigeria football legend Austin Okocha who clocked 53 on Friday. The four football bodies took to their X handles to send their birthday wishes. CAF wrote:&rdquo;Still one of the smoothest to ever do [...]<br />
The post CAF, Ligue 1, Frankfurt, PSG Celebrate Super Eagles Legend Okocha At 53 appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/caf-ligue-1-frankfurt-psg-celebrate-super-eagles-legend-okocha-at-53/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 17:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/caf-ligue-1-frankfurt-psg-celebrate-super-eagles-legend-okocha-at-53/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Zealand Withdraw Support For Infantino’s FIFA Re-Election Bid]]></title><description><![CDATA[New Zealand Football (NZF) has formally withdrawn its support for Gianni Infantino&rsquo;s re-election as FIFA President ahead of the 2027 Congress. NZF also demanded a fully independent review into the scrapped FIFA Forward Enterprise commercial rights proposal, citing a deep breakdown in trust and governance standards. Read Also:FAI Withdraws Support For Infantino&rsquo;s Re-Election Bid The [...]<br />
The post New Zealand Withdraw Support For Infantino&rsquo;s FIFA Re-Election Bid appeared first o]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/new-zealand-withdraw-support-for-infantinos-fifa-re-election-bid/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 17:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/new-zealand-withdraw-support-for-infantinos-fifa-re-election-bid/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Community Shield: Arteta Backs Maresca To Succeed At Man City]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has backed Enzo Maresca to do an &ldquo;unbelievable job&rdquo; after replacing Pep Guardiola as Manchester City manager. Premier League champions Arsenal and FA Cup holders City meet in the Community Shield in Cardiff on Sunday in Maresca&rsquo;s first showpiece occasion since Guardiola quit at the end of last season. Arteta, once [...]<br />
The post Community Shield: Arteta Backs Maresca To Succeed At Man City appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/community-shield-arteta-backs-maresca-to-succeed-at-man-city/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 17:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/community-shield-arteta-backs-maresca-to-succeed-at-man-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027 WWC Playoffs: Banyana Coach Savours Tough Victory Over Super Falcons]]></title><description><![CDATA[Banyana Banyana head coach Desiree Ellis has expressed her delight after South Africa&rsquo;s victory over the Super Falcons of Nigeria kept their hopes of qualifying for the 2027 FIFA Women&rsquo;s World Cup alive. South Africa defeated Justine Madugu&rsquo;s side 2-1 at the Moulay Rachid Stadium in Casablanca on Thursday night to secure a place in [...]<br />
The post 2027 WWC Playoffs: Banyana Coach Savours Tough Victory Over Super Falcons appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/2027-wwc-playoffs-banyana-coach-savours-tough-victory-over-super-falcons/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 17:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/2027-wwc-playoffs-banyana-coach-savours-tough-victory-over-super-falcons/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 128: Super Falcons WAFCON Ouster]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria Super Falcons&rsquo; 2026 Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations campaign ended in disappointment, but the problems did not start with the quarter-final defeat by Cameroon or the playoff loss to South Africa. The Super Falcons opened their title defence with a shock 3-2 loss to WAFCON debutants Malawi in Rabat on 28 July. They recovered [...]<br />
The post SPORTS PLANET Podcast&hellip;EPISODE 128: Super Falcons WAFCON Ouster appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sports-planet-podcastepisode-128-super-falcons-wafcon-ouster/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sports-planet-podcastepisode-128-super-falcons-wafcon-ouster/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Favorites Ahead Of Upcoming Major Soccer Events]]></title><description><![CDATA[Major football tournaments are set to take place in the coming two years. Fans in both Africa and Europe are already speculating about which teams will rise to the challenge in their upcoming football matches. Various interesting storylines are already unfolding as preparations get underway. Stay tuned to news about fixtures and squads as they [...]<br />
The post The Favorites Ahead Of Upcoming Major Soccer Events appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/the-favorites-ahead-of-upcoming-major-soccer-events/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/the-favorites-ahead-of-upcoming-major-soccer-events/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NFF Sets Up Fact-Finding Committee to Probe Nigeria’s Football Setbacks]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, has constituted a fact-finding committee to investigate the recent poor performances of the country&rsquo;s national teams in international competitions, with particular focus on the Super Falcons&rsquo; failure to qualify for the 2027 FIFA Women&rsquo;s World Cup. Ten-time African champions and holders of the Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations title, the [...]<br />
The post NFF Sets Up Fact-Finding Committee to Probe Nigeria&rsquo;s Football Setbacks appeared f]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nff-sets-up-fact-finding-committee-to-probe-nigerias-football-setbacks/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nff-sets-up-fact-finding-committee-to-probe-nigerias-football-setbacks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Furniture Shopping For Small Spaces: Choosing Pieces That Make Limited Rooms Work Better]]></title><description><![CDATA[Small rooms do not necessarily require fewer comforts, but they do require more deliberate furniture decisions. A sofa that looks perfectly proportioned in a large showroom can dominate a compact living room, while unnecessary side pieces can consume valuable walking space. Successful furnishing begins by understanding how dimensions, movement, storage, and daily activities compete for [...]<br />
The post Furniture Shopping For Small Spaces: Choosing Pieces That Make Limited Rooms Work Better appeare]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/furniture-shopping-for-small-spaces-choosing-pieces-that-make-limited-rooms-work-better/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/furniture-shopping-for-small-spaces-choosing-pieces-that-make-limited-rooms-work-better/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ogu: I Pray Osimhen Joins Arsenal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Nigerian midfielder John Ogu has voiced his strong support for Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen to move to Arsenal. Osimhen has been linked with a move to the Premier League for the past few years, and the 27-year-old is regarded as one of the best strikers in the world. Read Also:Millwall Boss Provides Update [...]<br />
The post Ogu: I Pray Osimhen Joins Arsenal appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ogu-i-pray-osimhen-joins-arsenal/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ogu-i-pray-osimhen-joins-arsenal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Millwall Boss Provides Update On Azeez’s Future]]></title><description><![CDATA[Millwall manager Alex Neil has warned clubs interested in Femi Azeez that the winger will not be sold on the cheap. Azeez has reportedly attracted interest from Premier League newcomers Hull City, as well as a number of clubs across Europe. The Lions rejected offers for the Nigeria international from Ipswich Town in January. The [...]<br />
The post Millwall Boss Provides Update On Azeez&rsquo;s Future appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/millwall-boss-provides-update-on-azeezs-future/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/millwall-boss-provides-update-on-azeezs-future/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Senator Ogba: Why I’m Vying for NFF First Vice President Position]]></title><description><![CDATA[Senator Obinna Ogba, a retired referee and current Chairman of Abakaliki FC, a second-tier Nigerian domestic league side, has revealed his determination to contest for the position of First Vice President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Completesports.com reports. The former Chairman of the Senate Committee on Sports said he has the requisite experience and [...]<br />
The post Senator Ogba: Why I&rsquo;m Vying for NFF First Vice President Position appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/senator-ogba-why-im-vying-for-nff-first-vice-president-position/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 14:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/senator-ogba-why-im-vying-for-nff-first-vice-president-position/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘We’re Not Invincible’ — Ajibade Reflects On Super Falcons’ WAFCON 2026 Struggles]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade has reflected on the team&rsquo;s disappointing campaign at the ongoing 2026 Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations. Ajibade and her teammates failed to live up to expectations at the tournament, crashing out in the quarter-finals following a 1-0 defeat to the Indomitable Lionesses of Cameroon. Justine Madugu&rsquo;s side also missed out [...]<br />
The post &lsquo;We&rsquo;re Not Invincible&rsquo; &mdash; Ajibade Reflects On Super Falcons&rsquo; WAFCON 2026 Strugg]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/were-not-invincible-ajibade-reflects-on-super-falcons-wafcon-2026-struggles/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/were-not-invincible-ajibade-reflects-on-super-falcons-wafcon-2026-struggles/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arsenal Ready To Increase Offer For  Aston Villa Defender Konsa]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal are pushing ahead with their interest in Ezri Konsa and are ready to increase their offer for the Aston Villa defender after the England international made clear he wants to join the Gunners, according to TEAMtalk. It was revealed in July that Arsenal were looking for a defender capable of covering both centrally and [...]<br />
The post Arsenal Ready To Increase Offer ForAston Villa Defender Konsa appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arsenal-ready-to-increase-offer-for-aston-villa-defender-konsa/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 12:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arsenal-ready-to-increase-offer-for-aston-villa-defender-konsa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026: Madugu Apologises For Super Falcons’ Poor Outing, Unfazed By Sack Threat]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Falcons head coach Justine Madugu has apologised following his side&rsquo;s disappointing outing at the 2026 Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations, reports Completesports.com. The 10-time African champions were knocked out of the competition in the quarter-finals by the Indomitable Lionesses of Cameroon. Nigeria also failed to secure a place in the inter-confederation playoffs after suffering [...]<br />
The post WAFCON 2026: Madugu Apologises For Super Falcons&rsquo; Poor Outing, Unfazed By Sack]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-madugu-apologises-for-super-falcons-poor-outing-unfazed-by-sack-threat/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 11:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-madugu-apologises-for-super-falcons-poor-outing-unfazed-by-sack-threat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[중계 기술 혁신이 스포츠 팬들의 시청 경험을 어떻게 바꾸고 있나]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#49828;&#54252;&#52768; &#51473;&#44228; &#44592;&#49696;&#51032; &#48156;&#51204;&#51004;&#47196; &#54060;&#46308;&#51032; &#49884;&#52397; &#44221;&#54744;&#51060; &#48320;&#54868;&#54616;&#44256; &#51080;&#45796;. &#47680;&#54000; &#50549;&#44544;, &#51613;&#44053;&#54788;&#49892;, &#45936;&#51060;&#53552; &#50724;&#48260;&#47112;&#51060; &#46321; &#45796;&#50577;&#54620; &#44592;&#45733;&#51060; &#49884;&#52397; &#47792;&#51077;&#46020;&#50752; &#44221;&#44592; &#51060;&#54644;&#46020;&#474]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/--2/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 11:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/--2/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What An HVAC Service Visit Involves From Initial Diagnosis To Final System Testing]]></title><description><![CDATA[A heating or cooling service appointment can feel uncertain when homeowners do not know what happens after a technician arrives. The equipment may be making an unusual sound, producing inconsistent temperatures, or simply failing to operate normally. Understanding the service process makes it easier to communicate concerns and follow the reasoning behind recommended work. A [...]<br />
The post What An HVAC Service Visit Involves From Initial Diagnosis To Final System Testing appeared first on Complet]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/what-an-hvac-service-visit-involves-from-initial-diagnosis-to-final-system-testing/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 11:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/what-an-hvac-service-visit-involves-from-initial-diagnosis-to-final-system-testing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What Happens During A Roof Replacement And How Homeowners Can Prepare For The Project]]></title><description><![CDATA[A roof replacement changes the normal routine around a home for a short period. Materials arrive, crews need access to the property, old roofing is removed, and equipment may occupy areas that residents normally use. Knowing what happens before work starts makes these temporary changes easier to manage. Preparation also matters because roofing work affects [...]<br />
The post What Happens During A Roof Replacement And How Homeowners Can Prepare For The Project appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/what-happens-during-a-roof-replacement-and-how-homeowners-can-prepare-for-the-project/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 11:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/what-happens-during-a-roof-replacement-and-how-homeowners-can-prepare-for-the-project/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Super Falcons Need A Qualified Coach  —Oparanozie]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Nigeria international Desire Oparanozie has clamoured for a more qualified coach for the Super Falcons. The Super Falcons&rsquo; hopes of qualifying for next year&rsquo;s women&rsquo;s World Cup was dashed after they lost 2-1 to South Africa in the play-in tie on Thursday. Thembi Kgatlana and Refiloe Jane put Banyana 2-0 ahead in the second [...]<br />
The post Super Falcons Need A Qualified Coach&mdash;Oparanozie appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/super-falcons-need-a-qualified-coach-oparanozie/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 10:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/super-falcons-need-a-qualified-coach-oparanozie/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[My Son Has No Plan Of Leaving Liverpool  –Mac Allister’s Father]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alexis Mac Allister&rsquo;s father and agent, Carlos Mac Allister, has confirmed that his son will stay at Liverpool this summer. The Argentina international was linked with a move to Real Madrid earlier in the window, a move his father quashed, before more recent rumors emerged of another exit. Read Also:Celtic Keen To Sign Emenalo On [...]<br />
The post My Son Has No Plan Of Leaving Liverpool&ndash;Mac Allister&rsquo;s Father appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/my-son-has-no-plan-of-leaving-liverpool-mac-allisters-father/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 09:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/my-son-has-no-plan-of-leaving-liverpool-mac-allisters-father/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Super Falcons Not Picking World Cup Ticket Is An Insult  —Udeze]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Nigeria international Ifeanyi Udeze has described Super Falcons failure to qualify for the 2027 FIFA women&rsquo;s World Cup as an insult. The Super Falcons&rsquo; hopes of reaching next year&rsquo;s tournament was ended after they lost 2-1 to South Africa in the play-in on Thursday. After a goalless first half South Africa went 2-0 ahead [...]<br />
The post Super Falcons Not Picking World Cup Ticket Is An Insult&mdash;Udeze appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/super-falcons-not-picking-world-cup-ticket-is-an-insult-udeze/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 08:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/super-falcons-not-picking-world-cup-ticket-is-an-insult-udeze/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Awoniyi Attracts Interest From Turkish Club]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Eagles striker Taiwo Awoniyi has been linked with a move to Turkish Super Lig club Caykur Rizespor. The Black Sea outfit are looking to strengthen their attack ahead of the new season and have identified Awoniyi as a potential target. The 29-year-old struggled for regular playing time at Premier League club Nottingham Forest last [...]<br />
The post Awoniyi Attracts Interest From Turkish Club appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/awoniyi-attracts-interest-from-turkish-club/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 08:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/awoniyi-attracts-interest-from-turkish-club/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pogba’s Wife: Only God Knows When My Husband Will Retire From Football]]></title><description><![CDATA[Paul Pogba&rsquo;s wife, Zulay Pogba, has hit back at critics demanding her 33-year-old husband retire from football. The backlash followed reports that Monaco is looking to part ways with the midfielder after his return to action was heavily derailed by further injuries. Read Also:We Have The Best Midfield In Football &mdash;Merino Boast Pogba had been [...]<br />
The post Pogba&rsquo;s Wife: Only God Knows When My Husband Will Retire From Football appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/pogbas-wife-only-god-knows-when-my-husband-will-retire-from-football/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 07:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/pogbas-wife-only-god-knows-when-my-husband-will-retire-from-football/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Celtic Keen To Sign Emenalo On Loan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Celtic are in advanced talks to sign 18-year-old Chelsea defender Landon Emenalo on a season-long loan. The teenager visited Glasgow to tour Celtic&rsquo;s training ground on Wednesday as the club looks to add defensive cover. Read Also:Arsenal Should Swap Lewis-Skelly For Rashford &ndash;Dixon Recall that Emenalo is a highly rated prospect and the son of [...]<br />
The post Celtic Keen To Sign Emenalo On Loan appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/celtic-keen-to-sign-emenalo-on-loan/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 07:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/celtic-keen-to-sign-emenalo-on-loan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027 WWC Playoffs: How Super Falcons Rated In Slim Defeat To South Africa]]></title><description><![CDATA[Following the Super Falcons&rsquo; disappointing 2-1 defeat to South Africa&rsquo;s Banyana Banyana in their 2027 FIFA Women&rsquo;s World Cup playoff encounter at the Moulay Rachid Stadium in Casablanca, Completesports.com&rsquo;s ADEBOYE AMOSU appraises the performance of the players. Chiamaka Nnadozie 6/10 The goalkeeper was not at fault for either of the two goals her side conceded. [...]<br />
The post 2027 WWC Playoffs: How Super Falcons Rated In Slim Defeat To South Africa appeared first on Com]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/2027-wwc-playoffs-how-super-falcons-rated-in-slim-defeat-to-south-africa/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 01:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/2027-wwc-playoffs-how-super-falcons-rated-in-slim-defeat-to-south-africa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027 WWC Playoffs: ‘Unacceptable’ -Amao Slams Super Falcons’ Loss To Banyana]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Shooting Stars coach Fatai Amao has slammed the Super Falcons&rsquo; 2-1 loss to South Africa in the 2027 Women&rsquo;s World Cup playoffs. The defeat ends Nigeria&rsquo;s hope of qualifying for the women&rsquo;s biggest football showpiece in Brazil for the first time. Thembi Kgatlana opened the scoring in the 56th minute before Refiloe Jane doubled [...]<br />
The post 2027 WWC Playoffs: &lsquo;Unacceptable&rsquo; -Amao Slams Super Falcons&rsquo; Loss To Banyana appeared first on Complete Spor]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/2027-wwc-playoffs-unacceptable-amao-slams-super-falcons-loss-to-banyana/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 00:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/2027-wwc-playoffs-unacceptable-amao-slams-super-falcons-loss-to-banyana/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027 WWCQ: South Africa End Super Falcons World Cup Qualification Hopes After 2-1 Win]]></title><description><![CDATA[South Africa defeated Nigeria&rsquo;s Super Falcons 2-1 in the play-in on Thursday. The result means for the first time the Super Falcons will not be at the FIFA women&rsquo;s World Cup since their debut in 1991. More to follow<br />
The post 2027 WWCQ: South Africa End Super Falcons World Cup Qualification Hopes After 2-1 Win appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/2027-wwcq-south-africa-end-super-falcons-world-cup-qualification-hopes-after-2-1-win/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 00:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/2027-wwcq-south-africa-end-super-falcons-world-cup-qualification-hopes-after-2-1-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027 WWCQ: Ghana Pick Intercontinental Playoff Ticket After 2-1 Win Against Côte d’Ivoire]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ghana&rsquo;s Black Queens came from behind to beat C&ocirc;te d&rsquo;Ivoire 2-1 in Casablanca, keeping their hopes of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA Women&rsquo;s World Cup alive, Citi Sports reports. C&ocirc;te d&rsquo;Ivoire took an early lead through In&egrave;s Konan after being awarded a penalty following a VAR review in the third minute. Ghana struggled to find [...]<br />
The post 2027 WWCQ: Ghana Pick Intercontinental Playoff Ticket After 2-1 Win Against C&ocirc;te d&rsquo;Ivoire appeared firs]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/2027-wwcq-ghana-pick-intercontinental-playoff-ticket-after-2-1-win-against-cte-divoire/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 21:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/2027-wwcq-ghana-pick-intercontinental-playoff-ticket-after-2-1-win-against-cte-divoire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[South Africa Vs Nigeria Live Blogging: WAFCON 2026 — 2027 Women’s World Cup Play-offs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Completesports.com&rsquo;s Live Blogging of the 2027 FIFA Women&rsquo;s World Cup Play-offs at WAFCON 2026 between the Banyana Banyana of South Africa and the Super Falcons of Nigeria at the Moulay Rachid Stadium Casablanca.<br />
The post South Africa Vs Nigeria Live Blogging: WAFCON 2026 &mdash; 2027 Women&rsquo;s World Cup Play-offs appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/south-africa-vs-nigeria-live-blogging-wafcon-2026-2027-womens-world-cup-play-offs/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 21:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/south-africa-vs-nigeria-live-blogging-wafcon-2026-2027-womens-world-cup-play-offs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arsenal Reportedly Hold Talks With Galatasaray Over Potential Swap Deal For Osimhen]]></title><description><![CDATA[Premier League champions Arsenal have reportedly held talks with Turkish giants Galatasaray over the possibility of signing Nigerian international Victor Osimhen, Mirror reports. Galatasaray initiated discussions over Arsenal duo Gabriel Martinelli and Ethan Nwaneri, but Osimhen has also been raised, with a stunning swap deal now a consideration. Arsenal have been on the lookout for [...]<br />
The post Arsenal Reportedly Hold Talks With Galatasaray Over Potential Swap Deal For Osimhen appeared first]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arsenal-reportedly-hold-talks-with-galatasaray-over-potential-swap-deal-for-osimhen/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 20:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arsenal-reportedly-hold-talks-with-galatasaray-over-potential-swap-deal-for-osimhen/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FAI Withdraws Support For Infantino’s Re-Election Bid]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Football Association of Ireland (FAI) has officially withdrawn its support for Gianni Infantino&rsquo;s re-election as FIFA president, rescinding an earlier letter of backing. The decision followed severe backlash over controversial plans to sell stakes in the World Cup and other major tournaments to private investors. Read Also:2027 Election: FIFA Members Should Decide Infantino&rsquo;s Future [...]<br />
The post FAI Withdraws Support For Infantino&rsquo;s Re-Election Bid appeared first on Compl]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/fai-withdraws-support-for-infantinos-re-election-bid/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 20:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/fai-withdraws-support-for-infantinos-re-election-bid/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arokodare Outlines Ajax Ambition After Impressive Debut]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare has expressed his desire to score goals and help new club Ajax win matches. Arokodare made an immediate impact in Ajax&rsquo;s opening fixture of the season against ZEC Zwolle last weekend, registering an assist in the 2-0 victory. The Nigerian striker started the game on the bench before being introduced [...]<br />
The post Arokodare Outlines Ajax Ambition After Impressive Debut appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arokodare-outlines-ajax-ambition-after-impressive-debut/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 19:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arokodare-outlines-ajax-ambition-after-impressive-debut/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Should Justin Madugu Continue As Super Falcons Head Coach?]]></title><description><![CDATA[The pressure is mounting, the questions are getting louder, and Nigerian football fans are divided. Should Justin Madugu remain in charge of the Super Falcons, or is it time for the NFF to make a bold change? Nigeria has dominated African women&rsquo;s football for decades, and with that history comes huge expectations. But when it [...]<br />
The post Should Justin Madugu Continue As Super Falcons Head Coach? appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/should-justin-madugu-continue-as-super-falcons-head-coach/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/should-justin-madugu-continue-as-super-falcons-head-coach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[We Have The Best Midfield In Football  —Merino Boast]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mikel Merino has said Arsenal currently boast the best midfield in world football following the acquisition of Bruno Guimaraes, The Sun reports. The Gunners&rsquo; new &pound;75m box-to-box midfielder made his debut in Arsenal&lsquo;s 1-1 draw with Como on Wednesday night and had fans and team-mates alike singing his praises at full-time. Guimaraes, 28, will join [...]<br />
The post We Have The Best Midfield In Football&mdash;Merino Boast appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/we-have-the-best-midfield-in-football-merino-boast/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/we-have-the-best-midfield-in-football-merino-boast/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027 WWC Playoffs: Olopade Backs Super Falcons For Victory Over South Africa]]></title><description><![CDATA[Director General of the National Sports Commission, NSC, Bukola Olopade has charged the Super Falcons to go for victory against Banyana Banyana of South Africa. The Super Falcons will take on Desire Ellis&rsquo; side in a highly anticipated 2027 FIFA Women&rsquo;s World cup playoff match at the Moulay Rachid Stadium, Casablanca on Thursday (today). Nigeria [...]<br />
The post 2027 WWC Playoffs: Olopade Backs Super Falcons For Victory Over South Africa appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/2027-wwc-playoffs-olopade-backs-super-falcons-for-victory-over-south-africa/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/2027-wwc-playoffs-olopade-backs-super-falcons-for-victory-over-south-africa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Las Predicciones Estuvieron Prendidas A Puro Fuego En El Mundial: ¿Será Así En La Edición Del 2030?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Con el fin del Mundial de la FIFA 2026, podemos decir que quedar&aacute; en la memoria de muchos no solo por su formato innovador de 48 selecciones y 104 partidos, sino que tambi&eacute;n redefini&oacute; por completo la industria global de iGaming y el entretenimiento digital. Pero, &iquest;por qu&eacute;? En pocas palabras, esto se debe a [...]<br />
The post Las Predicciones Estuvieron Prendidas A Puro Fuego En El Mundial: &iquest;Ser&aacute; As&iacute; En La Edici&oacute;n Del 2030? appeared first]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/las-predicciones-estuvieron-prendidas-a-puro-fuego-en-el-mundial-ser-as-en-la-edicin-del-2030/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/las-predicciones-estuvieron-prendidas-a-puro-fuego-en-el-mundial-ser-as-en-la-edicin-del-2030/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Computer Forecast Backs Arsenal For Another Title]]></title><description><![CDATA[The first computer projection for the 2026/27 Premier League season has placed Arsenal on top again. After 10,000 simulations, the model produced an eight-point lead over Manchester City, with Liverpool third. The table gives bettors a fresh reference when comparing outright prices on 1 x bet with its title forecast. Manchester United and Chelsea complete [...]<br />
The post Computer Forecast Backs Arsenal For Another Title appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/computer-forecast-backs-arsenal-for-another-title/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 14:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/computer-forecast-backs-arsenal-for-another-title/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Top 10 trang cá độ bóng đá uy tín nhất Việt Nam 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[T&#7841;i Vi&#7879;t Nam, c&#361;ng nh&#432; tr&ecirc;n to&agrave;n th&#7871; gi&#7899;i, c&aacute; c&#432;&#7907;c th&#7875; thao kh&#417;i d&#7853;y s&#7921; ph&#7845;n kh&iacute;ch, &#273;&#7863;c bi&#7879;t l&agrave; b&#7897; m&ocirc;n c&aacute; &#273;&#7897; b&oacute;ng &#273;&aacute;. T&igrave;m ra &#273;&#7897;i chi&#7871;n th&#7855;ng &#273;&ograve;i h&#7887;i qu&aacute; tr&igrave;nh nghi&ecirc;n c&#7913;u v&agrave; ph&acirc;n t&iacute;ch k&#7929; l&#432;&#7905;ng c&#361;ng nh&#432; vi&#]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/top-10-trang-c-bng-uy-tn-nht-vit-nam-2026/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/top-10-trang-c-bng-uy-tn-nht-vit-nam-2026/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Best Betting Sites In Zambia 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[The gambling industry in Zambia is rapidly growing, which makes it difficult for many sports bettors and casino gamers to choose a good betting site. This is mainly due to the numerous options available for Zambian players. If you have any questions about which betting site would suit you, then this article is all you [...]<br />
The post Best Betting Sites In Zambia 2026 appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/best-betting-sites-in-zambia-2026/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/best-betting-sites-in-zambia-2026/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What To Look For In A Canadian Betting Operator Before The New Football Season]]></title><description><![CDATA[The start of the new football season is quickly approaching. Fans should therefore be prepared to place bets on both leaders and underdogs. Without a committed betting operator, it would not be feasible. It only takes a few investigations to select a trustworthy bookmaker in Canada. Based on the findings of the research, you ought [...]<br />
The post What To Look For In A Canadian Betting Operator Before The New Football Season appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/what-to-look-for-in-a-canadian-betting-operator-before-the-new-football-season/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 12:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/what-to-look-for-in-a-canadian-betting-operator-before-the-new-football-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I’m Happy With Nwaneri’s Impressive Form In Preseason For Arsenal  –Arteta]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has hinted at integrating Ethan Nwaneri into his first-team plans following an impressive pre-season. He praised the 19-year-old&rsquo;s maturity after a tough loan spell at Olympique de Marseille, signaling a fresh start for the academy graduate in north London. Read Also:2027 WWC Playoff: 5 Key Tactical Switches Super Falcons Coach Madugu [...]<br />
The post I&rsquo;m Happy With Nwaneri&rsquo;s Impressive Form In Preseason For Arsenal&ndash;Arteta appeared first on Comp]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/im-happy-with-nwaneris-impressive-form-in-preseason-for-arsenal-arteta/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 12:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/im-happy-with-nwaneris-impressive-form-in-preseason-for-arsenal-arteta/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027 WWC Playoffs: Ajibade Confident Super Falcons Will Deliver Against South Africa]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade has urged her teammates to put the disappointing defeat against Cameroon behind them and focus on their next challenge. The 10-time African champions missed out on automatic qualification for the 2027 FIFA Women&rsquo;s World Cup after losing to the Indomitable Lionesses in the quarter-finals of the 2026 Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup [...]<br />
The post 2027 WWC Playoffs: Ajibade Confident Super Falcons Will Deliver Against South Africa appeared first on Complete Sp]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/2027-wwc-playoffs-ajibade-confident-super-falcons-will-deliver-against-south-africa/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 12:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/2027-wwc-playoffs-ajibade-confident-super-falcons-will-deliver-against-south-africa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How To Decide Between Roof Repairs And Roof Replacements When Problems Keep Returning]]></title><description><![CDATA[A roofing problem does not always point to one obvious solution. A damaged section may need focused attention, while widespread deterioration can indicate that correcting one area will not resolve the larger issue. Homeowners facing recurring leaks or repeated service calls therefore need to consider more than the latest visible symptom. The decision between Roof [...]<br />
The post How To Decide Between Roof Repairs And Roof Replacements When Problems Keep Returning appeared first on Complete Sports]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/how-to-decide-between-roof-repairs-and-roof-replacements-when-problems-keep-returning/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 10:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/how-to-decide-between-roof-repairs-and-roof-replacements-when-problems-keep-returning/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gutter Cleaning Strategies That Keep Roof Runoff Away From Landscaping And Outdoor Areas]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rainwater leaving a roof can affect much more than the structure itself. Once runoff reaches the roof edge, it must move through the drainage system and discharge somewhere around the property. If that route becomes blocked, water may spill into flower beds, wash across patios, saturate lawns, or create muddy areas near entrances. Regular Gutter [...]<br />
The post Gutter Cleaning Strategies That Keep Roof Runoff Away From Landscaping And Outdoor Areas appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/gutter-cleaning-strategies-that-keep-roof-runoff-away-from-landscaping-and-outdoor-areas/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 10:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/gutter-cleaning-strategies-that-keep-roof-runoff-away-from-landscaping-and-outdoor-areas/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027 WWC Playoffs: Super Falcons Must Make Second Chance Count Against South Africa — Madugu]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Falcons head coach Justine Madugu has declared that his team will make the most of their final opportunity to remain in contention for a place at the 2027 FIFA Women&rsquo;s World Cup. The 10-time African champions missed out on automatic qualification for the global showpiece following a 1-0 defeat to Cameroon in the quarter-finals [...]<br />
The post 2027 WWC Playoffs: Super Falcons Must Make Second Chance Count Against South Africa &mdash; Madugu appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/2027-wwc-playoffs-super-falcons-must-make-second-chance-count-against-south-africa-madugu/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 10:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/2027-wwc-playoffs-super-falcons-must-make-second-chance-count-against-south-africa-madugu/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Our Mindset Is To Win Third Champions League In A Row  —Enrique]]></title><description><![CDATA[Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) head coach Luis Enrique has said the mindset of his team is to claim a third straight UEFA Champions League title. The French heavyweights claimed another trophy after beating Aston Villa 2-1 in the UEFA Super Cup on Wednesday. Enrique&rsquo;s side defended their Super Cup title which they won in 2025, after [...]<br />
The post Our Mindset Is To Win Third Champions League In A Row&mdash;Enrique appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/our-mindset-is-to-win-third-champions-league-in-a-row-enrique/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/our-mindset-is-to-win-third-champions-league-in-a-row-enrique/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027 WWC Playoff: 5 Key Tactical Switches Super Falcons Coach Madugu Must Address  Against South Africa]]></title><description><![CDATA[Following Nigeria&rsquo;s narrow 1-0 quarter-final defeat to Cameroon at WAFCON 2026 which ended their title defence and automatic World Cup qualification hopes, Super Falcons coach Justin Madugu must quickly address key shortcomings before Thursday&rsquo;s crucial clash against South Africa. With a place at the 2027 FIFA Women&rsquo;s World Cup at stake, Madugu needs to make [...]<br />
The post 2027 WWC Playoff: 5 Key Tactical Switches Super Falcons Coach Madugu Must AddressAgainst South Africa appe]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/2027-wwc-playoff-5-key-tactical-switches-super-falcons-coach-madugu-must-address-against-south-africa/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/2027-wwc-playoff-5-key-tactical-switches-super-falcons-coach-madugu-must-address-against-south-africa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I Feel A Special Connection With Dutch Football  —Netherlands  New Head Coach Xavi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain and Barcelona legend Xavi Hernandez has said he has a special connection with Dutch football, following his appointment as the Orange new head coach. Xavi was appointed by the Netherlands football governing body, KNVB, as replacement for Ronald Koeman. The 46-year-old reached an agreement with the KNVB on a contract through to the 2030 [...]<br />
The post I Feel A Special Connection With Dutch Football&mdash;NetherlandsNew Head Coach Xavi appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/i-feel-a-special-connection-with-dutch-football-netherlands-new-head-coach-xavi/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 08:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/i-feel-a-special-connection-with-dutch-football-netherlands-new-head-coach-xavi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ronaldo Condoles With Messi Over Father’s Death]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cristiano Ronaldo has sent a sweet message to heartbroken rival Lionel Messi following the tragic death of his father, The Sun reports. Jorge, 68, passed away after a long illness last week &ndash; with Messi sharing a 599-word statement earlier on Wednesday. And Ronaldo &ndash; putting aside his decades-long rivalry with fellow GOAT candidate Messi [...]<br />
The post Ronaldo Condoles With Messi Over Father&rsquo;s Death appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ronaldo-condoles-with-messi-over-fathers-death/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 08:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ronaldo-condoles-with-messi-over-fathers-death/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027 Election: FIFA Members Should Decide Infantino’s Future  –CAF President]]></title><description><![CDATA[Confederation of African Football (CAF) President Patrice Motsepe has reiterated that FIFA President Gianni Infantino&rsquo;s future must be decided by the organization&rsquo;s 211 member associations at the March 2027 election, rebuffing calls for resignation amid ongoing governance disputes. Recall that Infantino faced heavy criticism and calls to step down from elements within European and other [...]<br />
The post 2027 Election: FIFA Members Should Decide Infantino&rsquo;s Future&ndash;CAF Presid]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/2027-election-fifa-members-should-decide-infantinos-future-caf-president/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 08:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/2027-election-fifa-members-should-decide-infantinos-future-caf-president/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027 WWC Playoff: No Margin For Error  –Ellis Speaks Ahead Banyana Vs Super Falcons]]></title><description><![CDATA[South Africa coach Desiree Ellis has disclosed that the team must avoid any margin for error ahead of tonight&rsquo;s 2027 Women&rsquo;s World Cup playoff against Nigeria&rsquo;s Super Falcons at the Stade Moulay Rachid in Casablanca, Morocco. The encounter comes after Nigeria and South Africa were eliminated in the quarter-finals of the ongoing Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup [...]<br />
The post 2027 WWC Playoff: No Margin For Error&ndash;Ellis Speaks Ahead Banyana Vs Super Falcons appeared first on Comple]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/2027-wwc-playoff-no-margin-for-error-ellis-speaks-ahead-banyana-vs-super-falcons/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 07:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/2027-wwc-playoff-no-margin-for-error-ellis-speaks-ahead-banyana-vs-super-falcons/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027 WWC Playoffs: Banyana Ready For Super Falcons Showdown — Jane]]></title><description><![CDATA[Banyana Banyana captain Refiloe Jane has declared the team ready for their crucial clash against the Super Falcons of Nigeria. South Africa and Nigeria were knocked out of the 2026 Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations in the quarter-finals, missing out on the tournament&rsquo;s automatic qualification spots for the 2027 FIFA Women&rsquo;s World Cup. Banyana Banyana [...]<br />
The post 2027 WWC Playoffs: Banyana Ready For Super Falcons Showdown &mdash; Jane appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/2027-wwc-playoffs-banyana-ready-for-super-falcons-showdown-jane/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 07:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/2027-wwc-playoffs-banyana-ready-for-super-falcons-showdown-jane/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026: Cameroon Beat Morocco On Penalty Shootout To Qualify For Final]]></title><description><![CDATA[Morocco&rsquo;s hopes of reaching a third consecutive Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) final ended on Wednesday night after Cameroon eliminated the hosts 3-1 on penalties following a goalless semi-final in Rabat, Morocco World News reports. Cameroon goalkeeper Michaely Bihina was the hero as she made four saves (three in the shootout and one in [...]<br />
The post WAFCON 2026: Cameroon Beat Morocco On Penalty Shootout To Qualify For Final appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-cameroon-beat-morocco-on-penalty-shootout-to-qualify-for-final/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 01:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-cameroon-beat-morocco-on-penalty-shootout-to-qualify-for-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Best Arab Casino Bonuses in 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arab casinos now offer players neck-turning bonuses to attract and keep them on their platforms. Our Completesports team has reviewed and ranked the best Arab casino bonuses just for you. We checked out the casinos&rsquo; bonus size, wagering requirements, licensing, validity period, and many other factors to compile this exclusive list. If you do not [...]<br />
The post Best Arab Casino Bonuses in 2026 appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/best-arab-casino-bonuses-in-2026/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 01:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/best-arab-casino-bonuses-in-2026/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[1xBet UAE Promo Code 2026: The World’s Number 1 Legal Casino]]></title><description><![CDATA[Do you want to claim 1xBet&rsquo;s leading promo code bonus? If so, you are in the right place, as we&rsquo;ve secured an exclusive bonus worth up to 520 AED for UAE residents when you enter COMSPORTS&nbsp;on the 1xBet registration form.&nbsp; Within this article, we&rsquo;ll cover everything you need to know about using 1xBet&rsquo;s Welcome Bonus. [...]<br />
The post 1xBet UAE Promo Code 2026: The World&rsquo;s Number 1 Legal Casino appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/1xbet-uae-promo-code-2026-the-worlds-number-1-legal-casino/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 01:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/1xbet-uae-promo-code-2026-the-worlds-number-1-legal-casino/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[1xBet Saudi Arabia Registration &amp; Promo Code Guide 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[Want to bet with the best betting site in Saudi Arabia? Then register and download the 1xBet App! Within this article, we&rsquo;ll teach you how to claim your 1xbet promo code bonus and install the 1xBet APK App. Research for this article was conducted by PremierBettingSites.com. What is the Free 1xBet Promo Code? New customers [...]<br />
The post 1xBet Saudi Arabia Registration &amp; Promo Code Guide 2026 appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/1xbet-saudi-arabia-registration-amp-promo-code-guide-2026/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 01:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/1xbet-saudi-arabia-registration-amp-promo-code-guide-2026/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PSG Overcome Aston Villa 2-1 To Clinch Second UEFA Super Cup Title]]></title><description><![CDATA[Desire Doue scored the winner as champions of Europe Paris Saint-Germain beat Aston Villa 2-1 to win the UEFA Super Cup, Sky Sports reports. The 21-year-old raced in behind the defence and restored the lead for the Ligue 1 side to ensure they retained the trophy which they first won in 2025, following a penalty [...]<br />
The post PSG Overcome Aston Villa 2-1 To Clinch Second UEFA Super Cup Title appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/psg-overcome-aston-villa-2-1-to-clinch-second-uefa-super-cup-title/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 23:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/psg-overcome-aston-villa-2-1-to-clinch-second-uefa-super-cup-title/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Anderson: I Never Considered Man United Move]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester City signing Elliot Anderson has confirmed that he never considered a move to Manchester United. He stated that a switch to Old Trafford was never on his mind, despite attempts from some United players to persuade him before he completed his &pound;116 million transfer from Nottingham Forest.&nbsp; Read Also:Learn To Control Your On-Field Outburst [...]<br />
The post Anderson: I Never Considered Man United Move appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/anderson-i-never-considered-man-united-move/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 23:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/anderson-i-never-considered-man-united-move/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[OFFICIAL: Xavi Appointed New Head Coach Of Netherlands]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain and Barcelona legend Xavi Hern&aacute;ndez has been appointed as the new head coach of the Netherlands men&rsquo;s national team, taking over from Ronald Koeman. The Dutch football governing body, KNVB, made the announcement on their website on Wednesday. According to the KNVB, Xavi has reached an agreement on a contract through to the 2030 [...]<br />
The post OFFICIAL: Xavi Appointed New Head Coach Of Netherlands appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/official-xavi-appointed-new-head-coach-of-netherlands/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/official-xavi-appointed-new-head-coach-of-netherlands/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026: Malawi Defeat Algeria 3-1 To Reach First Ever Final]]></title><description><![CDATA[Malawi&rsquo;s Chawinga sisters were once again the stars of the show, sharing three goals as the Scorchers continued their fairy tale run at the 2026 Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations (Wafcon) by booking their place in the final with a 3-1 victory over Algeria in Rabat, BBC Sport reports. Belying their status as the lowest-ranked [...]<br />
The post WAFCON 2026: Malawi Defeat Algeria 3-1 To Reach First Ever Final appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-malawi-defeat-algeria-3-1-to-reach-first-ever-final/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-malawi-defeat-algeria-3-1-to-reach-first-ever-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NPFL:Aweroro Breaks Silence on Shooting Stars Exit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Shooting Stars head coach Nurudeen Aweroro has opened up on his exit from the club, Completesports.com reports. Aweroro&rsquo;s exit was confirmed by the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, outfit last week. The young tactician was in charge of the Oluyole Warriors for just one season. Aweroro Opens Up On Shooting Stars&rsquo; Exit &ldquo;When they [...]<br />
The post NPFL:Aweroro Breaks Silence on Shooting Stars Exit appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npflaweroro-breaks-silence-on-shooting-stars-exit/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npflaweroro-breaks-silence-on-shooting-stars-exit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Adarabioyo Attracts Interest From Benfica]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chelsea defender Tosin Adarabioyo has attracted interest from Portuguese club Benfica. According to the BBC, the Blues manager Xabi Alonso wants to reduce his large squad of central defenders, making the 28-year-old available for a permanent transfer if a valuation of around &pound;15 million is met. Read Also:Panathinaikos Celebrate Dessers&rsquo; Match-Winning Goal Against CSKA Sofia [...]<br />
The post Adarabioyo Attracts Interest From Benfica appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/adarabioyo-attracts-interest-from-benfica/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/adarabioyo-attracts-interest-from-benfica/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘I’m 100% Ready To Go Out Onto The Field’  –Lukaku Reacts After Joining Fenerbahce]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fenerbah&ccedil;e&rsquo;s new striker Romelu Lukaku has expressed his readiness to help the club win trophies. Lukaku has now left the Serie A side for pastures new, joining Turkish side Fenerbahce for a reported &euro;6m plus add-ons, flying out this evening to Istanbul. Speaking via the club&rsquo;s website, the Belgian international stated that it&rsquo;s a big [...]<br />
The post &lsquo;I&rsquo;m 100% Ready To Go Out Onto The Field&rsquo;&ndash;Lukaku Reacts After Joining Fenerbahce appeared firs]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/im-100-ready-to-go-out-onto-the-field-lukaku-reacts-after-joining-fenerbahce/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/im-100-ready-to-go-out-onto-the-field-lukaku-reacts-after-joining-fenerbahce/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA REC University Tournament: Veritas University Crowned Inaugural Champions]]></title><description><![CDATA[Veritas University defeated University of Abuja (UNIABUJA) 41-36 to win the inaugural NBA REC University Tournament, held August 7-8 at the University of Lagos (UNILAG) Sports Center. The two-day event brought together eight university teams from across Nigeria: University of Lagos (UNILAG), Lagos State University of Education (LASUED), Veritas University, University of Ibadan (UI), Lagos [...]<br />
The post NBA REC University Tournament: Veritas University Crowned Inaugural Champions appeared first]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nba-rec-university-tournament-veritas-university-crowned-inaugural-champions/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nba-rec-university-tournament-veritas-university-crowned-inaugural-champions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Premier League Club Set To Sign Femi Azeez]]></title><description><![CDATA[Premier League new boys Hull City are reportedly leading the race to sign Millwall winger Femi Azeez this summer. According to The Sun, Hull City have moved ahead of other interested clubs in the battle for the Nigeria international&rsquo;s signature. Millwall have already rejected a &pound;14.5 million bid for Azeez this summer as they look [...]<br />
The post Premier League Club Set To Sign Femi Azeez appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/premier-league-club-set-to-sign-femi-azeez/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 18:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/premier-league-club-set-to-sign-femi-azeez/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chavarría: How Alonso Convinced Me To Join Chelsea]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chelsea&rsquo;s new signing Pep Chavarr&iacute;a has disclosed that direct talks with manager Xabi Alonso were the decisive factor in his decision to complete a &pound;16.3 million transfer from Rayo Vallecano to the club. Recall that Chavarr&iacute;a was brought in as a left-back/wing-back option following Marc Cucurella&rsquo;s departure to Real Madrid this summer. Read Also:Martinez In [...]<br />
The post Chavarr&iacute;a: How Alonso Convinced Me To Join Chelsea appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/chavarra-how-alonso-convinced-me-to-join-chelsea/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 17:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/chavarra-how-alonso-convinced-me-to-join-chelsea/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Learn To Control Your On-Field Outburst  –Osaze Advises Osimhen]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Nigerian international Osaze Odemwingie has warned Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen to curb his frequent on-field altercations, stating that such behavior happens more often than it should and invites opponents to provoke him. In a chat with Brila FM, he warned that smart opponents and defenders will try to use this visible frustration to [...]<br />
The post Learn To Control Your On-Field Outburst&ndash;Osaze Advises Osimhen appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/learn-to-control-your-on-field-outburst-osaze-advises-osimhen/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 16:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/learn-to-control-your-on-field-outburst-osaze-advises-osimhen/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rupture : L’ex-star du Barça Marc Bartra et la mannequin Jessica Goicoechea se séparent après la révélation de leur « pacte sexuel »]]></title><description><![CDATA[L&rsquo;ancien d&eacute;fenseur du FC Barcelone, Marc Bartra, et la mannequin Jessica Goicoechea, c&rsquo;est d&eacute;sormais termin&eacute;. Apr&egrave;s avoir fait le buzz en &eacute;talant les coulisses plut&ocirc;t piment&eacute;es de leur vie intime, le couple a d&eacute;cid&eacute; de mettre un terme &agrave; son histoire, selon les informations rapport&eacute;es par le m&eacute;dia Bild. Les deux tourtereaux se s&eacute;parent ainsi [...]<br />
The post Rupture : L&rsquo;ex-star du Bar&ccedil;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/rupture-lex-star-du-bara-marc-bartra-et-la-mannequin-jessica-goicoechea-se-sparent-aprs-la-rvlation-de-leur-pacte-sexuel-/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 16:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/rupture-lex-star-du-bara-marc-bartra-et-la-mannequin-jessica-goicoechea-se-sparent-aprs-la-rvlation-de-leur-pacte-sexuel-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I Don’t Know What I’m Going To Do Without You  —Messi Pens Emotional Tribute To Late Father]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina captain Lionel Messi has penned an emotional tribute to his late father Jorge Messi. Jorge, died last week aged 68 at a medical clinic in &#8203;the Argentine city of Rosario after a long illness. In a long farewell message on his social media, Messi wrote:&rdquo;Dad, I still can&rsquo;t believe that you&rsquo;ve gone. I don&rsquo;t [...]<br />
The post I Don&rsquo;t Know What I&rsquo;m Going To Do Without You&mdash;Messi Pens Emotional Tribute To Late Father appeared first on Complete Sport]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/i-dont-know-what-im-going-to-do-without-you-messi-pens-emotional-tribute-to-late-father/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 16:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/i-dont-know-what-im-going-to-do-without-you-messi-pens-emotional-tribute-to-late-father/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Martinez In Talks To Become  Netherlands Head Coach]]></title><description><![CDATA[Roberto Martinez has held talks over the vacant Netherlands national team job. The former Premier League boss, 53, is available after leaving Portugal following their World Cup exit. Dutch football chiefs are after a new boss as they look to replace Ronald Koeman, who departed after his men lost to Morocco on penalties in the [...]<br />
The post Martinez In Talks To BecomeNetherlands Head Coach appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/martinez-in-talks-to-become-netherlands-head-coach/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/martinez-in-talks-to-become-netherlands-head-coach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026: Nigeria’s Akintoye To Officiate Algeria Vs Malawi Semi-Final]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s Yemisi Akintoye will be at the centre when Algeria take on Malawi in the semi-final of the 2026 Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations on Wednesday (today), Completesports.com reports. The last-four encounter will take place at the Olympic Stadium in Rabat. It will be the second match Akintoye will officiate at this year&rsquo;s tournament. Read [...]<br />
The post WAFCON 2026: Nigeria&rsquo;s Akintoye To Officiate Algeria Vs Malawi Semi-Final appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-nigerias-akintoye-to-officiate-algeria-vs-malawi-semi-final/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-nigerias-akintoye-to-officiate-algeria-vs-malawi-semi-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 127: UEFA Super Cup Preview – PSG VS Aston Villa]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tonight at the Red Bull Arena in Salzburg, Austria, European champions Paris Saint-Germain will try to claim consecutive UEFA Super Cups when they face off with Europa League winners Aston Villa for more silverware. PSG are set to meet English opponents for a second straight season, as the traditional curtain-raiser pits Luis Enrique&rsquo;s dominant side [...]<br />
The post SPORTS PLANET Podcast&hellip;EPISODE 127: UEFA Super Cup Preview &ndash; PSG VS Aston Villa appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sports-planet-podcastepisode-127-uefa-super-cup-preview-psg-vs-aston-villa/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sports-planet-podcastepisode-127-uefa-super-cup-preview-psg-vs-aston-villa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Guimaraes Will Make Arsenal A Better Football Team —Man United Legend]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United legend Paul Scholes has said Bruno Guimaraes could make Arsenal a better football team, as they attempt to retain the Premier League trophy they won for the first time in more than 20 years last season. Brazilian midfielder Guimaraes was unveiled to Arsenal fans at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday following his &pound;75m [...]<br />
The post Guimaraes Will Make Arsenal A Better Football Team &mdash;Man United Legend appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/guimaraes-will-make-arsenal-a-better-football-team-man-united-legend/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 13:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/guimaraes-will-make-arsenal-a-better-football-team-man-united-legend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hull City Boss Jakirovic Confirms Interest In Nigerian-Born Midfielder]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hull City head coach Sergej Jakirovic has confirmed the club&rsquo;s interest in Everton midfielder Tim Iroegbunam, reports Completesports.com. The Premier League newcomers have been consistently linked with a move for the Nigerian-born defensive midfielder as they look to strengthen their squad. Jakirovic has now acknowledged Hull City&rsquo;s interest in Iroegbunam, revealing that the Everton player [...]<br />
The post Hull City Boss Jakirovic Confirms Interest In Nigerian-Born Midfielder appeared]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/hull-city-boss-jakirovic-confirms-interest-in-nigerian-born-midfielder/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 13:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/hull-city-boss-jakirovic-confirms-interest-in-nigerian-born-midfielder/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Chelsea Sign Chavarria From Rayo Vallecano]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chelsea have announced the signing of Pep Chavarria from La Liga side Rayo Vallecano. Chavarria put pen to paper on a five-year contract with the Premier League giants. The Spaniard will start training with his new team-mates at Cobham as the Blues prepare for the 2026/27 campaign. Chavarria Excited With Big Move &lsquo;I&rsquo;m so excited [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Chelsea Sign Chavarria From Rayo Vallecano appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-chelsea-sign-chavarria-from-rayo-vallecano/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 11:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-chelsea-sign-chavarria-from-rayo-vallecano/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NPFL: Plateau United Have Governor Mutfwang’s Mandate To Win 2026/27 Title, Return To CAFCL — Yakmut]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Executive Chairman of Plateau United, Alhassan Yakmut, has revealed that his management has the executive mandate of Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang to win the 2026/2027 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) title, Completesports.com reports. The Tin City club&rsquo;s boss reiterated that they are determined to return to the Confederation of African Football (CAF) Champions [...]<br />
The post NPFL: Plateau United Have Governor Mutfwang&rsquo;s Mandate To Win 2026/27 Title, Return To CAFCL]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-plateau-united-have-governor-mutfwangs-mandate-to-win-202627-title-return-to-cafcl-yakmut/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 10:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-plateau-united-have-governor-mutfwangs-mandate-to-win-202627-title-return-to-cafcl-yakmut/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Panathinaikos Celebrate Dessers’ Match-Winning Goal Against CSKA Sofia]]></title><description><![CDATA[Panathinaikos have celebrated Cyriel Dessers&rsquo; match-winning strike against CSKA Sofia, Completesports.com reports. Dessers came off the bench to score the decisive goal as Panathinaikos defeated their hosts 2-1 in the second leg of their UEFA Europa Conference League third qualifying round tie. The Nigeria international, who was introduced five minutes after the hour mark, netted [...]<br />
The post Panathinaikos Celebrate Dessers&rsquo; Match-Winning Goal Against CSKA Sofia appeared first on C]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/panathinaikos-celebrate-dessers-match-winning-goal-against-cska-sofia/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 08:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/panathinaikos-celebrate-dessers-match-winning-goal-against-cska-sofia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Slot: Why I Turned Down Netherlands Managerial Job]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Liverpool boss Arne Slot has disclosed that he withdrew from the Netherlands national team job because he prefers the day-to-day rhythm of club management. In an interview with Voetbal International, he denied rumours that talks broke down over salary demands or contract length. Read Also:Monaco Set To Terminate Pogba&rsquo;s Contract Slot called coaching his [...]<br />
The post Slot: Why I Turned Down Netherlands Managerial Job appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/slot-why-i-turned-down-netherlands-managerial-job/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 08:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/slot-why-i-turned-down-netherlands-managerial-job/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arsenal Should Swap Lewis-Skelly For Rashford  –Dixon]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former England defender Lee Dixon has disclosed that trading young utility player Myles Lewis-Skelly for Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford could benefit both clubs. Dixon believes Mikel Arteta&rsquo;s management style would help revive Rashford on the left wing while giving Lewis-Skelly regular playing time elsewhere. Read&nbsp; Also:OFFICIAL: Chelsea Goalkeeper Jorgensen Completes Loan Move To Strasbourg [...]<br />
The post Arsenal Should Swap Lewis-Skelly For Rashford&ndash;Dixon appeared f]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arsenal-should-swap-lewis-skelly-for-rashford-dixon/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 07:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arsenal-should-swap-lewis-skelly-for-rashford-dixon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2026 WWC Playoffs: Dhlamini Urges Banyana To Fight For Victory Against Super Falcons]]></title><description><![CDATA[South Africa defender Karabo Dhlamini has stressed the importance of Banyana Banyana securing victory over Nigeria&rsquo;s Super Falcons. Desiree Ellis&rsquo; side will take on Nigeria in a play-in clash, with the winner advancing to the inter-confederation play-offs for another opportunity to qualify for the 2027 FIFA Women&rsquo;s World Cup. Banyana Banyana missed out on automatic [...]<br />
The post 2026 WWC Playoffs: Dhlamini Urges Banyana To Fight For Victory Against Super Falcons appeared first]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/2026-wwc-playoffs-dhlamini-urges-banyana-to-fight-for-victory-against-super-falcons/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 07:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/2026-wwc-playoffs-dhlamini-urges-banyana-to-fight-for-victory-against-super-falcons/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Norwich City Considering Move For Nigerian Winger]]></title><description><![CDATA[Norwich City are among a host of clubs that are keen on a move for Kongsvinger IL Nigerian winger Daniel Job, according to Sacha Tavolieri (via the72.co.uk). Norwich City have had a strong window so far with Philippe Clement making the most of his first real chance to make his mark on the squad. The [...]<br />
The post Norwich City Considering Move For Nigerian Winger appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/norwich-city-considering-move-for-nigerian-winger/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 06:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/norwich-city-considering-move-for-nigerian-winger/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tottenham Step Up £51m Pursuit Of Former Arsenal Striker]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tottenham Hotspur have stepped up their pursuit of AS Monaco striker Folarin Balogun, Yahoo Sports reports. The Premier League club are actively exploring a transfer that could cost up to &pound;51 million, according to L&rsquo;Equipe. Manager Roberto De Zerbi has made strengthening his attack a priority for the final weeks of the transfer window, following [...]<br />
The post Tottenham Step Up &pound;51m Pursuit Of Former Arsenal Striker appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/tottenham-step-up-51m-pursuit-of-former-arsenal-striker/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 05:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/tottenham-step-up-51m-pursuit-of-former-arsenal-striker/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cristiano Ronaldo Marries Long-Time Girlfriend In Portugal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cristiano Ronaldo has married his long-time girlfriend Georgina Rodriguez at a civil ceremony in Portugal, Sky Sports reports. The couple, who have been together since 2016 after meeting in Madrid, posted a picture on Instagram showing off their rings. Ronaldo, 41, tied the knot just four days before his club Al Nassr start their 2026-27 [...]<br />
The post Cristiano Ronaldo Marries Long-Time Girlfriend In Portugal appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/cristiano-ronaldo-marries-long-time-girlfriend-in-portugal/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 00:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/cristiano-ronaldo-marries-long-time-girlfriend-in-portugal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[실시간 스트리밍 데이터 아키텍처: 고성능 클라우드 API 최적화 및 문서 동기화 보안 기술]]></title><description><![CDATA[2026&#45380; &#54788;&#51116; &#53364;&#46972;&#50864;&#46300; &#52980;&#54504;&#54021; &#44592;&#49696;&#44284; &#49892;&#49884;&#44036; &#45936;&#51060;&#53552; &#52376;&#47532; &#54532;&#47112;&#51076;&#50892;&#53356;&#51032; &#44396;&#51312;&#51201; &#54869;&#51109;&#51008; &#44544;&#47196;&#48268; &#46356;&#51648;&#53560; &#51064;&#54532;&#46972;&#51032; &#54645;&#49900; &#54056;&#47084;&#45796;&#51076;&#51012; &#44540;&#48376;&#51201;&#51004;&#47196; &#51116;&#51221;&#51032;&#54664;&#49845]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/-api-/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 00:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/-api-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nicotine Pouches A Year After The UK Disposable Vape Phase-Out: A Practical Guide For Switchers Aged 18+]]></title><description><![CDATA[It has now been over a year since the UK ended the sale of single-use disposable vapes, and the dust has well and truly settled. Some former disposable users moved on to refillable pod kits. Others drifted back to cigarettes, which nobody wanted. But a large and growing group quietly went in a third direction: [...]<br />
The post Nicotine Pouches A Year After The UK Disposable Vape Phase-Out: A Practical Guide For Switchers Aged 18+ appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nicotine-pouches-a-year-after-the-uk-disposable-vape-phase-out-a-practical-guide-for-switchers-aged-18/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 00:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nicotine-pouches-a-year-after-the-uk-disposable-vape-phase-out-a-practical-guide-for-switchers-aged-18/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Legendary Jairzinho]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jairzinho, born Jair Ventura Filho on 25 December 1944 in Rio de Janeiro, is remembered as one of the greatest forwards in Brazilian football history. Remember that you can always make 1xBet betting on other great Brazilian football names too. Known around the world as &ldquo;The Hurricane&rdquo; (&ldquo;O Furac&atilde;o&rdquo;), he combined explosive speed, physical strength, [...]<br />
The post The Legendary Jairzinho appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/the-legendary-jairzinho/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 00:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/the-legendary-jairzinho/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UECL: Dessers Marks Return With Goal In Panathinaikos Away Win After Injury-Induced Layoff]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cyriel Dessers marked his return from a long injury lay-off, by netting the winner in Panathinaikos 2-1 victory at CSKA Sofia, in the third qualifying round of the Europa Conference League on Tuesday. Panathinaikos went through to the playoff round on 3-2 aggregate, after holding CSKA Sofia to a 1-1 draw in the first leg. [...]<br />
The post UECL: Dessers Marks Return With Goal In Panathinaikos Away Win After Injury-Induced Layoff appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/uecl-dessers-marks-return-with-goal-in-panathinaikos-away-win-after-injury-induced-layoff/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 23:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/uecl-dessers-marks-return-with-goal-in-panathinaikos-away-win-after-injury-induced-layoff/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ECL: Dessers Marks Return With Goal In Panathinaikos Away Win After Injury-Induced Layoff]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cyriel Dessers marked his return from a long injury lay-off, by netting the winner in Panathinaikos 2-1 victory at CSKA Sofia, in the third qualifying round of the Europa Conference League on Tuesday, completesports.com reports. Panathinaikos went through to the playoff round on 3-2 aggregate, after holding CSKA Sofia to a 1-1 draw in the [...]<br />
The post ECL: Dessers Marks Return With Goal In Panathinaikos Away Win After Injury-Induced Layoff appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ecl-dessers-marks-return-with-goal-in-panathinaikos-away-win-after-injury-induced-layoff/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 23:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ecl-dessers-marks-return-with-goal-in-panathinaikos-away-win-after-injury-induced-layoff/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[10 Super Eagles Stars Who Won Trophies In The 2025/26 Season | Nigerian Football Success Stories]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 2025/26 season was filled with success for Nigerian footballers across Europe. In this video, we highlight 10 Super Eagles stars who lifted silverware with their clubs, including Victor Osimhen, Kelechi Iheanacho, Raphael Onyedika, Zaidu Sanusi, and more. Discover their achievements and how they helped their teams secure league titles, cup victories, and promotion success. [...]<br />
The post 10 Super Eagles Stars Who Won Trophies In The 2025/26 Season | Nigerian Football Success Stories appeared]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/10-super-eagles-stars-who-won-trophies-in-the-202526-season-nigerian-football-success-stories/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 23:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/10-super-eagles-stars-who-won-trophies-in-the-202526-season-nigerian-football-success-stories/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Schools Chess Championship To Unite The Americas]]></title><description><![CDATA[In mid-August, Costa Rica will host a continental stage of the World Schools Team Championship (WSTC) in chess for the first time. From August 11 to 16, teams from nearly thirty countries across North, Central, and South America, as well as Caribbean nations, will gather in San Jos&eacute;. The tournament marks the third stage of [...]<br />
The post World Schools Chess Championship To Unite The Americas appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-schools-chess-championship-to-unite-the-americas/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 23:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-schools-chess-championship-to-unite-the-americas/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Spanish Club FC Badalona Sign Former Falconets Midfielder]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spanish Liga F side FC Badalona have completed the signing of former Falconets midfielder Chinyere Kalu. The 20-year-old joins Badalona from fellow Spanish club Levante UD as she continues her career in the Spanish top flight. Kalu is no stranger to Liga F, having previously featured for Real Betis before her move to Levante. The [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Spanish Club FC Badalona Sign Former Falconets Midfielder appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-spanish-club-fc-badalona-sign-former-falconets-midfielder/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 22:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-spanish-club-fc-badalona-sign-former-falconets-midfielder/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UEFA Super Cup: Don’t Expect A Top Level Game Against Aston Villa –PSG Coach]]></title><description><![CDATA[Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique has voiced his frustration over his squad&rsquo;s lack of preparation ahead of the 2026 UEFA Super Cup clash against Aston Villa in Salzburg on Wednesday. Recall that international players from the FIFA World Cup 2026 and other summer breaks only reported back to training days before the game, leaving preparation [...]<br />
The post UEFA Super Cup: Don&rsquo;t Expect A Top Level Game Against Aston Villa &ndash;PSG Coach appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/uefa-super-cup-dont-expect-a-top-level-game-against-aston-villa-psg-coach/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 22:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/uefa-super-cup-dont-expect-a-top-level-game-against-aston-villa-psg-coach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Monaco Set To Terminate Pogba’s Contract]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ligue 1 club AS Monaco are set to terminate the contract of former Manchester United and Juventus star Paul Pogba. This is according to French media outlet Nice-Matin (via Yahoo Sports). Nice-Matin informed Pogba a few weeks ago that they intended to end their professional arrangement early. Furthermore, it&rsquo;s being reported that the club will [...]<br />
The post Monaco Set To Terminate Pogba&rsquo;s Contract appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/monaco-set-to-terminate-pogbas-contract/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 21:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/monaco-set-to-terminate-pogbas-contract/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Resolve Your Rift Now  –Ex-Moroccan Midfielder Tells UEFA, FIFA]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Moroccan midfielder and North Africa director Houssine Kharja has criticized UEFA&rsquo;s opposition to Gianni Infantino&rsquo;s policies, arguing that European bodies are panicking over losing their global hegemony and monopoly on talent. The high-stakes feud follows a scrapped plan for private equity investment in FIFA commercial rights. FIFA proposed creating a commercial subsidiary, FIFA Forward [...]<br />
The post Resolve Your Rift Now&ndash;Ex-Moroccan Midfielder Tells UEFA, FIFA appeare]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/resolve-your-rift-now-ex-moroccan-midfielder-tells-uefa-fifa/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 20:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/resolve-your-rift-now-ex-moroccan-midfielder-tells-uefa-fifa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFU B U-20 Championship: Three Flying Eagles Trio Make Team Of The Tournament]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s Flying Eagles trio Muiz Adeleke, Oraro Lucky and Odinaka Alfred have been included in the WAFU B U-20 Team of the Tournament in C&ocirc;te d&rsquo;Ivoire, completesports.com reports. The Team of the Tournament, which is in a 4-4-2 formation, was unveiled on the WAFU B U-20 X handle on Tuesday. Champions, Burkina Faso dominated the [...]<br />
The post WAFU B U-20 Championship: Three Flying Eagles Trio Make Team Of The Tournament appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafu-b-u-20-championship-three-flying-eagles-trio-make-team-of-the-tournament/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 20:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafu-b-u-20-championship-three-flying-eagles-trio-make-team-of-the-tournament/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFU B U-20 Championship: Flying Eagles Trio Make Team Of The Tournament]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s Flying Eagles trio Muiz Adeleke, Oraro Lucky and Odinaka Alfred have been included in the WAFU B U-20 Team of the Tournament in C&ocirc;te d&rsquo;Ivoire, completesports.com reports. The Team of the Tournament, which is in a 4-4-2 formation, was unveiled on the WAFU B U-20 X handle on Tuesday. Champions, Burkina Faso dominated the [...]<br />
The post WAFU B U-20 Championship: Flying Eagles Trio Make Team Of The Tournament appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafu-b-u-20-championship-flying-eagles-trio-make-team-of-the-tournament/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 20:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafu-b-u-20-championship-flying-eagles-trio-make-team-of-the-tournament/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Flying Eagles Assistant Coach Biffo, Pens Emotional Tribute To Late Katsina United Defender Ozor]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria U-20 men&rsquo;s national team, Flying Eagles Assistant Coach, Abdullahi Biffo, has penned an emotional tribute on late Katsina United defender, Chinedu Ozor, who slumped and died on Tuesday 11 August, 2026, during a Preseason friendly match against Niger Tornadoes, exactly 37 years after Sam Okwaraji slumped and died during a FIFA World Cup qualifier [...]<br />
The post Flying Eagles Assistant Coach Biffo, Pens Emotional Tribute To Late Katsina United Defender Ozor appeared first on Complete]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/flying-eagles-assistant-coach-biffo-pens-emotional-tribute-to-late-katsina-united-defender-ozor/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 19:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/flying-eagles-assistant-coach-biffo-pens-emotional-tribute-to-late-katsina-united-defender-ozor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NPFL: Katsina United Player Dies  After Collapsing During Pre-Season Friendly]]></title><description><![CDATA[Katsina United have announced the death of their newly signed player, Chinedu Ozoh, Completesports.com reports. Ozoh passed away following a medical emergency during the club&rsquo;s pre-season friendly against Niger Tornadoes at the Muhammadu Dikko Stadium, Katsina, on Tuesday. The Ikon Allah Boys confirmed the tragic news in a statement on their official X account. &ldquo;We [...]<br />
The post NPFL: Katsina United Player DiesAfter Collapsing During Pre-Season Friendly appeared first on Complete Sp]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-katsina-united-player-dies-after-collapsing-during-pre-season-friendly/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 19:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-katsina-united-player-dies-after-collapsing-during-pre-season-friendly/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ignore Mourinho’s Mind Games  -Fortune Advises Flick]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Manchester United midfielder Quinton Fortune has warned Barcelona manager Hansi Flick to ignore Real Madrid manager Jos&eacute; Mourinho&rsquo;s psychological warfare. Fortune noted that if Mourinho manages to get inside a manager&rsquo;s head, the mental battle is already lost. Read Also:NFF Apologises To President Tinubu, Nigerians Over WAFCON Setback With Mourinho back in the spotlight [...]<br />
The post Ignore Mourinho&rsquo;s Mind Games-Fortune Advises Flick appeared first on Complete Sp]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ignore-mourinhos-mind-games-fortune-advises-flick/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 18:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ignore-mourinhos-mind-games-fortune-advises-flick/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026: Ordega Blames Inadequate Preparation For  Super Falcons’ Exit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Francisca Ordega has blamed inadequate preparation for the Super Falcons&rsquo; disappointing outing at the 2026 Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations. Nigeria failed to reach the semi-finals for the first time in the history of the competition after suffering a 1-0 defeat to the Indomitable Lionesses of Cameroon in the quarter-finals. The Super Falcons endured a [...]<br />
The post WAFCON 2026: Ordega Blames Inadequate Preparation ForSuper Falcons&rsquo; Exit appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-ordega-blames-inadequate-preparation-for-super-falcons-exit/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 18:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-ordega-blames-inadequate-preparation-for-super-falcons-exit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Van Dijk: Ndukwu Is A Big Talent For Liverpool]]></title><description><![CDATA[Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has described Ifeanyi Ndukwe as a big talent who wants to learn. Recall that Ndukwe can&rsquo;t play competitive matches for Liverpool this year because he failed to reach the points required for a UK work permit, meaning he must head out on loan. Read Also:WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons Still Haunted [...]<br />
The post Van Dijk: Ndukwu Is A Big Talent For Liverpool appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/van-dijk-ndukwu-is-a-big-talent-for-liverpool/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 18:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/van-dijk-ndukwu-is-a-big-talent-for-liverpool/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons Still Haunted By Cameroon Defeat — Kanu]]></title><description><![CDATA[Uchenna Kanu has admitted that the Super Falcons are still reeling from the disappointment of their exit from the 2026 Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations. Justine Madugu&rsquo;s side were knocked out of the competition following a 1-0 defeat to the Indomitable Lionesses of Cameroon in their quarter-final clash at the Larbi Zaouli Stadium in Casablanca [...]<br />
The post WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons Still Haunted By Cameroon Defeat &mdash; Kanu appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-super-falcons-still-haunted-by-cameroon-defeat-kanu/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 17:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-super-falcons-still-haunted-by-cameroon-defeat-kanu/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NFF Apologises To President Tinubu, Nigerians Over WAFCON Setback]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has apologised to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Nigerians following the Super Falcons&rsquo; failure to secure automatic qualification for the 2027 FIFA Women&rsquo;s World Cup. NFF President Ibrahim Gusau, in a statement on behalf of the federation&rsquo;s Executive Committee, the Super Falcons and the Nigerian football family, expressed regret over [...]<br />
The post NFF Apologises To President Tinubu, Nigerians Over WAFCON Setback appeared first on Complete]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nff-apologises-to-president-tinubu-nigerians-over-wafcon-setback/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 16:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nff-apologises-to-president-tinubu-nigerians-over-wafcon-setback/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Oshoala: Super Falcons Ready To Fight For World Cup Ticket]]></title><description><![CDATA[Asisat Oshoala has stressed that the Super Falcons cannot afford to miss out on qualification for the 2027 FIFA Women&rsquo;s World Cup. Nigeria missed the opportunity to secure automatic qualification for Brazil 2027 following a 1-0 defeat to the Indomitable Lionesses of Cameroon in the quarter-finals of the 2026 Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations. Justine [...]<br />
The post Oshoala: Super Falcons Ready To Fight For World Cup Ticket appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/oshoala-super-falcons-ready-to-fight-for-world-cup-ticket/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 16:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/oshoala-super-falcons-ready-to-fight-for-world-cup-ticket/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Coal City Games 2026: Logo, Mascot Unveiling Set For August 28 In Enugu]]></title><description><![CDATA[The National Sports Commission (NSC) and the Enugu State Government are intensifying preparations for the 23rd National Sports Festival, tagged the &lsquo;Coal City Games 2026, Enugu 2026&rsquo;, with the Main Organising Committee (MOC) scheduled to undertake a comprehensive inspection of sports facilities and other critical infrastructure in Enugu. Coal City Games 2026 Inspection Scheduled For [...]<br />
The post Coal City Games 2026: Logo, Mascot Unveiling Set For August 28 In Enugu appeared first]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/coal-city-games-2026-logo-mascot-unveiling-set-for-august-28-in-enugu/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 15:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/coal-city-games-2026-logo-mascot-unveiling-set-for-august-28-in-enugu/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NNL: Jude Agada Here To Solidify Abakaliki FC’s Defence — Head Coach Izuikem]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Head Coach of Nigeria National League side Abakaliki FC, Starplus Izuikem Anistar, has revealed why the Rice Boys hired former Super Eagles defender Jude Agada as the club embarks on a rebuilding process ahead of the 2026/2027 season, Completesports.com reports. Agada represented Nigeria between 1987 and 1990 and featured for Rangers and Udoji United. [...]<br />
The post NNL: Jude Agada Here To Solidify Abakaliki FC&rsquo;s Defence &mdash; Head Coach Izuikem appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nnl-jude-agada-here-to-solidify-abakaliki-fcs-defence-head-coach-izuikem/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 14:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nnl-jude-agada-here-to-solidify-abakaliki-fcs-defence-head-coach-izuikem/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Comment rédiger un bon article sur le sport ?]]></title><description><![CDATA[La presse sportive figure parmi les m&eacute;dias les plus suivis au monde, et ce n&rsquo;est pas uniquement gr&acirc;ce &agrave; la magie de la comp&eacute;tition. C&rsquo;est surtout parce que la r&eacute;daction d&rsquo;un article sur le sport r&eacute;clame une rigueur constante et une r&eacute;elle passion de la part des journalistes. Si l&rsquo;univers du journalisme sportif vous passionne, [...]<br />
The post Comment r&eacute;diger un bon article sur le sport ? appeared first on Complete Sport]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/comment-rdiger-un-bon-article-sur-le-sport-/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 14:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/comment-rdiger-un-bon-article-sur-le-sport-/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Flying Eagles Striker Joins Norwegian Club Sogndal On Loan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Flying Eagles striker Kparobo Arierhi has joined Norwegian club Sogndal on loan until the end of the season. Arierhi linked up with Sogndal from Norwegian giants Lillestr&oslash;m. The youngster is delighted to have been given the opportunity to represent the club. &rdquo; I feel like this will be a good place for me. After looking [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Flying Eagles Striker Joins Norwegian Club Sogndal On Loan appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-flying-eagles-striker-joins-norwegian-club-sogndal-on-loan/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 13:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-flying-eagles-striker-joins-norwegian-club-sogndal-on-loan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Top 10 trang cá độ bóng đá uy tín nhất Việt Nam 2025]]></title><description><![CDATA[T&#7841;i Vi&#7879;t Nam, c&#361;ng nh&#432; tr&ecirc;n to&agrave;n th&#7871; gi&#7899;i, c&aacute; c&#432;&#7907;c th&#7875; thao kh&#417;i d&#7853;y s&#7921; ph&#7845;n kh&iacute;ch, &#273;&#7863;c bi&#7879;t l&agrave; b&#7897; m&ocirc;n c&aacute; &#273;&#7897; b&oacute;ng &#273;&aacute;. T&igrave;m ra &#273;&#7897;i chi&#7871;n th&#7855;ng &#273;&ograve;i h&#7887;i qu&aacute; tr&igrave;nh nghi&ecirc;n c&#7913;u v&agrave; ph&acirc;n t&iacute;ch k&#7929; l&#432;&#7905;ng c&#361;ng nh&#432; vi&#]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/top-10-trang-c-bng-uy-tn-nht-vit-nam-2025/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/top-10-trang-c-bng-uy-tn-nht-vit-nam-2025/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027 WWC Playoffs: Ramalepe Urges Banyana To Show Mental Strength Against Super Falcons]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lebohang Ramalepe has urged her South Africa teammates to show mental toughness ahead of their crucial FIFA Women&rsquo;s World Cup qualification clash against Nigeria&rsquo;s Super Falcons. Desiree Ellis&rsquo; side missed out on automatic qualification after suffering a disappointing 2-1 defeat to hosts Morocco in the quarter-finals of the 2026 Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations. The [...]<br />
The post 2027 WWC Playoffs: Ramalepe Urges Banyana To Show Mental Strength Against Super Falcons appeare]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/2027-wwc-playoffs-ramalepe-urges-banyana-to-show-mental-strength-against-super-falcons/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 12:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/2027-wwc-playoffs-ramalepe-urges-banyana-to-show-mental-strength-against-super-falcons/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Best Online Casinos in Vietnam: Top 10+ Recommendations]]></title><description><![CDATA[In the ever-expanding gambling landscape, it&rsquo;s not easy to pinpoint the best of the best. We&rsquo;ve taken on this task, testing bookmakers to identify the top 8 Best online casino in Vietnam for 2024. Our top selections in Asia are 1xBet and BK8, but that&rsquo;s not all. In our article, you will gain comprehensive insights [...]<br />
The post The Best Online Casinos in Vietnam: Top 10+ Recommendations appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/the-best-online-casinos-in-vietnam-top-10-recommendations/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 11:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/the-best-online-casinos-in-vietnam-top-10-recommendations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[OFFICIAL: Chelsea Goalkeeper Jorgensen Completes Loan Move To Strasbourg]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chelsea have announced that Filip Jorgensen has joined French Ligue 1 club RC Strasbourg on loan. The Blues, in a statement, wrote:&rdquo;Chelsea goalkeeper Filip Jorgensen has completed a season-long loan move to Ligue 1 side RC Strasbourg. &ldquo;The 24-year-old joined the Blues in the summer of 2024 and made 36 appearances over the previous two [...]<br />
The post OFFICIAL: Chelsea Goalkeeper Jorgensen Completes Loan Move To Strasbourg appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/official-chelsea-goalkeeper-jorgensen-completes-loan-move-to-strasbourg/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/official-chelsea-goalkeeper-jorgensen-completes-loan-move-to-strasbourg/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027 WWC Playoffs: Madugu Mulls Goalkeeper Change After Nnadozie’s Error Vs Cameroon]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Falcons head coach Justine Madugu has hinted that he could make a change in goal following Chiamaka Nnadozie&rsquo;s costly error in Nigeria&rsquo;s 1-0 defeat to Cameroon in the quarter-finals of the 2026 Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations on Sunday. Nnadozie was at fault for Cameroon&rsquo;s decisive goal, scored by Maeva Nyadjou in the 19th [...]<br />
The post 2027 WWC Playoffs: Madugu Mulls Goalkeeper Change After Nnadozie&rsquo;s Error Vs Cameroon appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/2027-wwc-playoffs-madugu-mulls-goalkeeper-change-after-nnadozies-error-vs-cameroon/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/2027-wwc-playoffs-madugu-mulls-goalkeeper-change-after-nnadozies-error-vs-cameroon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[He Must Always Deliver Top Performance To Retain Trabzonspor Fans’ Backing   –Mikel Warns Salah]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Chelsea midfielder Mikel Obi has warned Mohamed Salah that while Turkish club Trabzonspor&rsquo;s passionate fans will initially worship him, he must deliver top performances consistently or risk facing swift backlash from the supporters. Recall that Salah received an astonishing reception from thousands of fans at the airport and a packed stadium following his move [...]<br />
The post He Must Always Deliver Top Performance To Retain Trabzonspor Fans&rsquo; Backing &ndash;Mikel Warns Salah app]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/he-must-always-deliver-top-performance-to-retain-trabzonspor-fans-backing-mikel-warns-salah/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/he-must-always-deliver-top-performance-to-retain-trabzonspor-fans-backing-mikel-warns-salah/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[It Would Be Terrible Mistake To Remove Infantino   —US President Trump Warns]]></title><description><![CDATA[US President Donald Trump says it would be a &ldquo;terrible mistake&rdquo; if under pressure Fifa president Gianni Infantino was ousted from his position. Trump&rsquo;s backing followed Uefa, Concacaf and the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) issuing an open letter accusing Infantino of breaking trust &ldquo;through deception&rdquo; with his aborted Fifa Forward Enterprise (FFE) proposal. FFE would [...]<br />
The post It Would Be Terrible Mistake To Remove Infantino &mdash;US President Trump Warns]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/it-would-be-terrible-mistake-to-remove-infantino-us-president-trump-warns/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/it-would-be-terrible-mistake-to-remove-infantino-us-president-trump-warns/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Turkish Journalist Arrested For False Transfer Rumour About Musiala]]></title><description><![CDATA[Turkish journalist Burhan Can Terzi has been detained after claiming that German midfielder Musiala would move this summer in a transfer from Bayern to Galatasaray, Give Me Sport reports. His arrest was made on alleged charges of &ldquo;publicly disseminating misleading information.&rdquo; Terzi, who covers football as a reporter in &#304;stanbul, is said to have been [...]<br />
The post Turkish Journalist Arrested For False Transfer Rumour About Musiala appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/turkish-journalist-arrested-for-false-transfer-rumour-about-musiala/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 08:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/turkish-journalist-arrested-for-false-transfer-rumour-about-musiala/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Real Madrid Interested In Arsenal Midfielder]]></title><description><![CDATA[La Liga giants Real Madrid are interested in signing Martin Zubimendi from Arsenal, according to football.london. Although the Gunners do not want to sell the 27-year-old midfielder, and Mikel Arteta plans to keep him in the squad this season, every player has a price. It&rsquo;s also understood that senior officials at the Santiago Bernab&eacute;u are [...]<br />
The post Real Madrid Interested In Arsenal Midfielder appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/real-madrid-interested-in-arsenal-midfielder/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 08:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/real-madrid-interested-in-arsenal-midfielder/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘I Want To Finish High’ — Durosinmi Eyes Big Season At Genk]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Eagles striker Rafiu Durosinmi has set his sights on finishing as the top scorer in the Belgian Pro League this season. Durosinmi opened the scoring for Genk in their clash with Zulte Waregem on Sunday, but the hosts fought back to secure a 2-1 victory on the opening day of the season. Despite Genk&rsquo;s [...]<br />
The post &lsquo;I Want To Finish High&rsquo; &mdash; Durosinmi Eyes Big Season At Genk appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/i-want-to-finish-high-durosinmi-eyes-big-season-at-genk/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 08:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/i-want-to-finish-high-durosinmi-eyes-big-season-at-genk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Essugo: It’s An Honour To Captain Chelsea]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chelsea midfielder Dario Essugo has expressed great surprise and pride after captaining the Blues for the first time during a 3-3 pre-season draw against Johor Darul Ta&rsquo;zim in Malaysia on Sunday. The 21-year-old midfielder stated that wearing the armband meant everything and showed that manager Xabi Alonso values maturity over age. Read Also:Arteta: Guimar&atilde;es Will [...]<br />
The post Essugo: It&rsquo;s An Honour To Captain Chelsea appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/essugo-its-an-honour-to-captain-chelsea/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 07:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/essugo-its-an-honour-to-captain-chelsea/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UEFA Super Cup: We’re Against A Fantastic Team  –Cash Speaks Ahead Aston Villa Vs PSG]]></title><description><![CDATA[Aston Villa defender Matty Cash has disclosed that the team is eager to finish off the work of their historic 2025&ndash;26 season by winning the UEFA Super Cup against Paris Saint-Germain on Wednesday in Salzburg, Austria.The Super Cup Ambition Under Unai Emery, Villa have raised their baseline expectations, aiming to cement their long-term status among [...]<br />
The post UEFA Super Cup: We&rsquo;re Against A Fantastic Team&ndash;Cash Speaks Ahead Aston Villa Vs PSG appeared first on Complete Sport]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/uefa-super-cup-were-against-a-fantastic-team-cash-speaks-ahead-aston-villa-vs-psg/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 07:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/uefa-super-cup-were-against-a-fantastic-team-cash-speaks-ahead-aston-villa-vs-psg/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Télécharger l’Application Melbet Sénégal | APK 2025]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nio far ! (Bienvenue !) L&rsquo;application Melbet, tr&egrave;s pris&eacute;e au pays de la T&eacute;ranga, s&eacute;duit de plus en plus de S&eacute;n&eacute;galais gr&acirc;ce &agrave; son interface ultrapratique, yomb na (c&rsquo;est facile) &agrave; utiliser. Disponible sur Android et iOS, cette application est devenue le choix pr&eacute;f&eacute;r&eacute; des parieurs du S&eacute;n&eacute;gal. Dama la wax (je vous assure), vous [...]<br />
The post T&eacute;l&eacute;charger l&rsquo;Application Me]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/tlcharger-lapplication-melbet-sngal-apk-2025/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 01:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/tlcharger-lapplication-melbet-sngal-apk-2025/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Carabao Cup: Chelsea, Tottenham Know Second Round Opponents]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chelsea will host Jack Wilshere&rsquo;s Luton Town in the Carabao Cup second round, while Tottenham Hotspur host Charlton Athletic in a London derby, Sky Sports reports. Former Arsenal midfielder Wilshere will take his League One outfit to Stamford Bridge, as the 11 Premier League sides not involved in European competition this season joined the winners [...]<br />
The post Carabao Cup: Chelsea, Tottenham Know Second Round Opponents appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/carabao-cup-chelsea-tottenham-know-second-round-opponents/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 23:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/carabao-cup-chelsea-tottenham-know-second-round-opponents/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bardsley: I Would Love To See Palmer In Man United Shirt]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Manchester United defender Phil Bardsley has disclosed that he would love to see Chelsea star Cole Palmer move to Old Trafford. Commenting on Palmer&rsquo;s recent form and body language at Stamford Bridge, Bardsley noted that the playmaker has looked unsettled, prompting talk that United should monitor his situation. Read Also:Owen: Real Madrid Won&rsquo;t Break [...]<br />
The post Bardsley: I Would Love To See Palmer In Man United Shirt appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/bardsley-i-would-love-to-see-palmer-in-man-united-shirt/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 22:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/bardsley-i-would-love-to-see-palmer-in-man-united-shirt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[OFFICIAL: Yira Sor Joins Turkish Club Amedspor From Genk]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria international Yira Sor has joined Turkish Super Lig club Amedspor from Belgian Jupiler outfit Genk. Amedspor confirmed the signing of Sor on their X handle on Monday. The 26-year-old winger is the latest Nigerian player who recently moved to the Turkish league this summer. Others are Kelechi Iheanacho who signed for second division side [...]<br />
The post OFFICIAL: Yira Sor Joins Turkish Club Amedspor From Genk appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/official-yira-sor-joins-turkish-club-amedspor-from-genk/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 22:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/official-yira-sor-joins-turkish-club-amedspor-from-genk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026: NIS DG/CEO Shaibu Urges Super Falcons To Focus On  World Cup Playoff Against South Africa]]></title><description><![CDATA[Director General and Chief Executive Officer of the National Institute for Sports (NIS), Comrade Philip Shaibu, has urged the Super Falcons of Nigeria not to give up on their World Cup qualification hopes after their exit from the WAFCON 2026 in Morocco. Super Falcons&rsquo; Pedigree Should Motivate Them &mdash; Shaibu Shaibu charged the team to [...]<br />
The post WAFCON 2026: NIS DG/CEO Shaibu Urges Super Falcons To Focus OnWorld Cup Playoff Against South Africa appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-nis-dgceo-shaibu-urges-super-falcons-to-focus-on-world-cup-playoff-against-south-africa/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 20:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-nis-dgceo-shaibu-urges-super-falcons-to-focus-on-world-cup-playoff-against-south-africa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leadership In Football Is Not A Possession  –UEFA, AFC, CONCACAF Tell Infantino]]></title><description><![CDATA[UEFA, CONCACAF, and the AFC have released a joint open letter accusing FIFA president Gianni Infantino of deception and a fundamental breach of trust over controversial plans to sell a commercial stake in the World Cup to private equity investors. The confederations stated that Infantino placed himself above the collective body and bypassed proper governance [...]<br />
The post Leadership In Football Is Not A Possession&ndash;UEFA, AFC, CONCACAF Tell Infantino appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/leadership-in-football-is-not-a-possession-uefa-afc-concacaf-tell-infantino/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 19:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/leadership-in-football-is-not-a-possession-uefa-afc-concacaf-tell-infantino/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026: ‘Ugly Win’ — Eto Reacts To Cameroon’s Victory Over Super Falcons]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cameroon midfielder Naomi Eto has described the Indomitable Lionesses&rsquo; 1-0 victory over Nigeria&rsquo;s Super Falcons in the quarter-finals of the 2026 Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) as an &ldquo;ugly win.&rdquo; Myriam Nyadjou scored the decisive goal with a stunning first-half free-kick to hand Cameroon victory over Justin Madugu&rsquo;s side on Sunday. The result booked [...]<br />
The post WAFCON 2026: &lsquo;Ugly Win&rsquo; &mdash; Eto Reacts To Cameroon&rsquo;s Victory Over S]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-ugly-win-eto-reacts-to-cameroons-victory-over-super-falcons/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 19:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-ugly-win-eto-reacts-to-cameroons-victory-over-super-falcons/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Top 15 Betting Sites (Companies) In Nigeria 2021]]></title><description><![CDATA[Are you still unsure of the betting site to join in Nigeria? Well, just like other sports lovers, you will want to make good money from your passion, but that is only possible with a good betting site. Nowadays, it&rsquo;s easier to bet and even access betting predictions 24/7 throughout the year. But why it [...]<br />
The post Top 15 Betting Sites (Companies) In Nigeria 2021 appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/top-15-betting-sites-companies-in-nigeria-2021/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 19:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/top-15-betting-sites-companies-in-nigeria-2021/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Melbet Promo Code Nigeria 2025| 260% CSMAX26]]></title><description><![CDATA[Melbet Nigeria Promo Code &ndash; Full Bonus Guide for Casino &amp; Sports Unlock Extra Value on Nigeria&rsquo;s Biggest Melbet Bonuses Melbet Nigeria offers one of the most generous bonus systems in the country, but most players don&rsquo;t realize they can unlock even stronger value by using an exclusive promo code during registration. This guide breaks [...]<br />
The post Melbet Promo Code Nigeria 2025| 260% CSMAX26 appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/melbet-promo-code-nigeria-2025-260-csmax26/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 19:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/melbet-promo-code-nigeria-2025-260-csmax26/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘We Need To Get Ready’ — South Africa Coach Rallies Team For Super Falcons Showdown]]></title><description><![CDATA[South Africa head coach Desiree Ellis has stressed the importance of her team being fully prepared for their crucial clash against Nigeria&rsquo;s Super Falcons, Completesports.com reports. Banyana Banyana were eliminated from the 2026 Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations last Saturday following a 2-1 defeat to hosts Morocco. Nigeria also saw their title hopes come to [...]<br />
The post &lsquo;We Need To Get Ready&rsquo; &mdash; South Africa Coach Rallies Team For Super Falcons Showdown appeared firs]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/we-need-to-get-ready-south-africa-coach-rallies-team-for-super-falcons-showdown/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 18:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/we-need-to-get-ready-south-africa-coach-rallies-team-for-super-falcons-showdown/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[He’s Dangerous From Set Pieces  –Mikel Hails Tielemans]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Super Eagles captain Mikel Obi has praised Manchester United&rsquo;s &pound;35 million signing of Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa, calling it the best midfield transfer of the summer and an absolute steal. Speaking on The Obi One Podcast, Mikel pointed out his goalscoring threat, set-piece danger, and tactical versatility across multiple midfield positions. Read Also:Owen: [...]<br />
The post He&rsquo;s Dangerous From Set Pieces&ndash;Mikel Hails Tielemans appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/hes-dangerous-from-set-pieces-mikel-hails-tielemans/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 18:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/hes-dangerous-from-set-pieces-mikel-hails-tielemans/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026: Madugu Blames Missed Chances For Super Falcons’ Defeat To Cameroon]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Falcons head coach Justine Madugu has blamed his side&rsquo;s poor finishing for their defeat to the Indomitable Lionesses of Cameroon, reports Completesports.com. Madugu&rsquo;s side were eliminated from the 2026 Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations following a narrow 1-0 defeat to Cameroon at the Larbi Zaouli Stadium, Casablanca on Sunday night. Myriam Nyadjou&rsquo;s 19th-minute free-kick [...]<br />
The post WAFCON 2026: Madugu Blames Missed Chances For Super Falcons&rsquo; Defeat To Cameroon]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-madugu-blames-missed-chances-for-super-falcons-defeat-to-cameroon/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 17:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-madugu-blames-missed-chances-for-super-falcons-defeat-to-cameroon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Playoff: 2027 World Cup Dream Still Alive  –Gamede Speaks Ahead South Africa Vs Nigeria]]></title><description><![CDATA[Banyana Banyana defender Bongeka Gamede has maintained her belief that South Africa could still reach the 2027 FIFA Women&rsquo;s World Cup after missing out on automatic qualification following a 2-1 quarterfinal defeat to Morocco at the 2026 Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). The tournament serves as the African qualifier for the upcoming Women&rsquo;s World [...]<br />
The post Playoff: 2027 World Cup Dream Still Alive&ndash;Gamede Speaks Ahead South Africa Vs Nigeria appeared first on C]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/playoff-2027-world-cup-dream-still-alive-gamede-speaks-ahead-south-africa-vs-nigeria/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 17:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/playoff-2027-world-cup-dream-still-alive-gamede-speaks-ahead-south-africa-vs-nigeria/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Melbet Promo Code Free Bet India 2024: 130% First Deposit Bonus up to 42,900 INR bonus]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Melbet promo code for India is CSMAX26. By entering this code when you register, you will unlock our exclusive First Deposit Free Bet Bonus worth 42,900 INR! Alternatively, you can choose to make use of Melbet&rsquo;s Free Spins and Casino Bonus instead. Within this article, we&rsquo;ll explain everything there is to know about the [...]<br />
The post Melbet Promo Code Free Bet India 2024: 130% First Deposit Bonus up to 42,900 INR bonus appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/melbet-promo-code-free-bet-india-2024-130-first-deposit-bonus-up-to-42900-inr-bonus/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 17:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/melbet-promo-code-free-bet-india-2024-130-first-deposit-bonus-up-to-42900-inr-bonus/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026: Cameroon Goalkeeper Bihina Relishes Victory Over Super Falcons]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cameroon goalkeeper Michaely Bihina has expressed her delight following the Indomitable Lionesses&rsquo; victory over the Super Falcons of Nigeria. Valentine Ngu&eacute;l&eacute;&rsquo;s side booked a place in the semi-finals of the 2026 Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations after securing a hard-fought 1-0 victory over the 10-time champions. The victory also ensured that the Indomitable Lionesses will [...]<br />
The post WAFCON 2026: Cameroon Goalkeeper Bihina Relishes Victory Over Super Falcons appea]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-cameroon-goalkeeper-bihina-relishes-victory-over-super-falcons/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 16:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-cameroon-goalkeeper-bihina-relishes-victory-over-super-falcons/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Owen: Real Madrid Won’t Break The Bank To Sign Haaland]]></title><description><![CDATA[Liverpool legend Michael Owen believes a transfer for Manchester City striker Erling Haaland to Real Madrid is unlikely because the massive financial cost makes a deal nearly impossible alongside their existing wage structure and star forwards. In a chat with Skinradar.gg, Owen questioned how Los Blancos could justify spending massive funds or balance fitting another [...]<br />
The post Owen: Real Madrid Won&rsquo;t Break The Bank To Sign Haaland appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/owen-real-madrid-wont-break-the-bank-to-sign-haaland/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 16:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/owen-real-madrid-wont-break-the-bank-to-sign-haaland/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria Wins Two Bronze Medals At Maiden U-18 Hockey Youth Africa Cup In Kenya]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s men&rsquo;s and women&rsquo;s hockey teams have both secured bronze medals at the inaugural U18 Hockey Youth Africa Cup in Nairobi, Kenya. According to the National Sports Commission (NSC) in a statement on their X handle, the women&rsquo;s team defeated Ghana 4-3 in the third-place playoff, while the men&rsquo;s team produced a commanding 15-2 victory [...]<br />
The post Nigeria Wins Two Bronze Medals At Maiden U-18 Hockey Youth Africa Cup In Kenya appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nigeria-wins-two-bronze-medals-at-maiden-u-18-hockey-youth-africa-cup-in-kenya/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 16:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nigeria-wins-two-bronze-medals-at-maiden-u-18-hockey-youth-africa-cup-in-kenya/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 126: Alex Iwobi On Playing For Nigeria]]></title><description><![CDATA[Born in Lagos on May 3, 1996, Alexander Chuka Iwobi&rsquo;s decision to represent Nigeria was influenced by his Nigerian roots and his connection to one of the country&rsquo;s greatest football icons, his uncle Jay-Jay Okocha. After playing for England at youth level, Iwobi committed his international future to the Super Eagles in 2015 and made [...]<br />
The post SPORTS PLANET Podcast&hellip;EPISODE 126: Alex Iwobi On Playing For Nigeria appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sports-planet-podcastepisode-126-alex-iwobi-on-playing-for-nigeria/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 16:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sports-planet-podcastepisode-126-alex-iwobi-on-playing-for-nigeria/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Melbet Promo Code India 2025| 200% CSMAX26]]></title><description><![CDATA[Melbet India Promo Code &ndash; Full Bonus Guide for Casino &amp; Sports Unlock Extra Value on India&rsquo;s Biggest Melbet Bonuses Melbet India has one of the most generous bonus systems in the market, but many players don&rsquo;t realise they can unlock even better value by using an exclusive promo code during registration. This guide breaks [...]<br />
The post Melbet Promo Code India 2025| 200% CSMAX26 appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/melbet-promo-code-india-2025-200-csmax26/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 15:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/melbet-promo-code-india-2025-200-csmax26/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Which Premier League Clubs Have Enjoyed The Best Summer Transfer Window?]]></title><description><![CDATA[It&rsquo;s only been a few weeks since Spain brought down the curtain on the World Cup with a nervy 1-0 win over Argentina in MetLife Stadium, and already attention has turned back to domestic matters. The 2026-27 Premier League season gets underway on August 21st &mdash; just 33 days on from La Roja&rsquo;s finest hour [...]<br />
The post Which Premier League Clubs Have Enjoyed The Best Summer Transfer Window? appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/which-premier-league-clubs-have-enjoyed-the-best-summer-transfer-window/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 14:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/which-premier-league-clubs-have-enjoyed-the-best-summer-transfer-window/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Norway Won Hearts All Over The World During The World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Norway&rsquo;s players dropped to the turf in two lines and began pulling imaginary oars as a drum sounded from the stands. The Viking Row was unmistakably Norwegian and easy for any crowd to copy. By the time the team reached the quarter-finals, it had become one of the most recognizable celebrations of the 2026 World [...]<br />
The post How Norway Won Hearts All Over The World During The World Cup appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/how-norway-won-hearts-all-over-the-world-during-the-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 14:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/how-norway-won-hearts-all-over-the-world-during-the-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian Striker Set To Join Serie B Club  Benevento On Free Transfer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigerian striker David Okereke is set to join Italian club Benevento on a free transfer, Completesports.com reports. Okereke has agreed a two-year contract with the newly promoted Serie B side, with an option for a further year. The 28-year-old is expected to undergo his medical on Monday (today) before putting pen to paper on the [...]<br />
The post Nigerian Striker Set To Join Serie B ClubBenevento On Free Transfer appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nigerian-striker-set-to-join-serie-b-club-benevento-on-free-transfer/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 13:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nigerian-striker-set-to-join-serie-b-club-benevento-on-free-transfer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bolaji Wins Gold Medal At 2026 Peru Para Badminton International]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mariam Bolaji has won the Women&rsquo;s Singles SL3 title at the 2026 Peru Para Badminton International after a dominant campaign in Lima. The remarkable feat was announced by the National Sports Commission (NSC) in a statement on their X handle. &ldquo;The Paralympic bronze medallist defeated Brazil&rsquo;s Kauana Beckenkamp 21-12, 21-12 in the final to complete [...]<br />
The post Bolaji Wins Gold Medal At 2026 Peru Para Badminton International appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/bolaji-wins-gold-medal-at-2026-peru-para-badminton-international/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 11:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/bolaji-wins-gold-medal-at-2026-peru-para-badminton-international/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ulasan Situs Kasino Online Terbaik di Indonesia Untuk 2025]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lanskap iGaming di Indonesia cukup luas, dengan banyak situs yang menawarkan berbagai jenis permainan. Namun, hanya platform terbaik yang benar-benar dapat memberikan pengalaman yang kaya. Oleh karena itu, selalu ideal untuk bermain di situs kasino online Indonesia terbaik. BK8, 1xBet, Dafabet, 1Win, dan Betway adalah pilihan teratas dalam peringkat kami. Anda tidak perlu menghabiskan waktu [...]<br />
The post Ulasan Situs Kasino Online Terbaik di Indonesia Untuk 2025 appeared first on Complete Sport]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ulasan-situs-kasino-online-terbaik-di-indonesia-untuk-2025/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 11:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ulasan-situs-kasino-online-terbaik-di-indonesia-untuk-2025/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Melbet Bangladesh App Guide 2024: Download, Install and Sign Up]]></title><description><![CDATA[Melbet entered the Bangladesh betting market in 2012 to enable punters to put stakes on the subcontinent&rsquo;s favourite sports, Cricket and Football. Within a decade, Melbet has become BD&rsquo;s favourite betting platform, offering both deposit and withdrawal in Bangladeshi Taka (BDT). The site and the app are now available in the Bangla language, offering 27X7 [...]<br />
The post Melbet Bangladesh App Guide 2024: Download, Install and Sign Up appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/melbet-bangladesh-app-guide-2024-download-install-and-sign-up/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 11:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/melbet-bangladesh-app-guide-2024-download-install-and-sign-up/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[It’s A Shame Nigeria Won’t Go To U-20 AFCON, May Miss 2027 Women World Cup   — Bonfrere]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Super Eagles coach, Dutch-born Johannes Bonfrere, has lamented what he described as the &ldquo;fast-falling&rdquo; state of football in Nigeria, saying it is a shame that Nigeria will not feature at the 2027 CAF U-20 AFCON and could also risk missing the 2027 FIFA Women&rsquo;s World Cup finals billed for Brazil, Completesports.com reports. Bonfrere, who [...]<br />
The post It&rsquo;s A Shame Nigeria Won&rsquo;t Go To U-20 AFCON, May Miss 2027 Women World Cup &mdash; Bonfrere appeared first on]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/its-a-shame-nigeria-wont-go-to-u-20-afcon-may-miss-2027-women-world-cup-bonfrere/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 11:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/its-a-shame-nigeria-wont-go-to-u-20-afcon-may-miss-2027-women-world-cup-bonfrere/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Iheanacho Delighted To Score On Bursaspor Debut]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kelechi Iheanacho could not hide his excitement after marking his Bursaspor debut with a goal and an assist. Bursaspor began the new campaign on a positive note, securing a 2-0 away victory over Bodrum FK on Sunday. Iheanacho opened the scoring for the visitors before providing an assist for his side&rsquo;s other goal. The Nigeria [...]<br />
The post Iheanacho Delighted To Score On Bursaspor Debut appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/iheanacho-delighted-to-score-on-bursaspor-debut/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 10:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/iheanacho-delighted-to-score-on-bursaspor-debut/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFU B U-20 Tourney: We Made Lots Of Tactical Mistakes  —Flying Eagles Coach Maikaba On 4-1 Loss To Burkina Faso]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s Flying Eagles head coach Abdul Maikaba has admitted that his team made lots of tactical mistakes which saw them suffer a humiliating 4-1 defeat to Burkina Faso in the final of the WAFU B U-20 championship on Sunday. &ldquo;We lost the game in the first 10 minutes conceding three goals,&rdquo; Maikaba said on BRILA [...]<br />
The post WAFU B U-20 Tourney: We Made Lots Of Tactical Mistakes&mdash;Flying Eagles Coach Maikaba On 4-1 Loss To Burkina Faso appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafu-b-u-20-tourney-we-made-lots-of-tactical-mistakes-flying-eagles-coach-maikaba-on-4-1-loss-to-burkina-faso/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafu-b-u-20-tourney-we-made-lots-of-tactical-mistakes-flying-eagles-coach-maikaba-on-4-1-loss-to-burkina-faso/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FIBA U-18 Afrobasket: NSC Salutes Junior D’Tigress After Securing Quarterfinal Ticket]]></title><description><![CDATA[National Sports Commission (NSC) has congratulated the Junior D&rsquo;Tigress following their qualification to the quarterfinals of the FIBA U-18 Afrobasket Championship in Abidjan, C&ocirc;te d&rsquo;Ivoire. The Junior D&rsquo;Tigress advanced to the quarterfinals of the tournament after completing the group stage with a commanding 70-40 victory over Senegal. The team opened the tournament with a 54-50 [...]<br />
The post FIBA U-18 Afrobasket: NSC Salutes Junior D&rsquo;Tigress After Securing Quarte]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/fiba-u-18-afrobasket-nsc-salutes-junior-dtigress-after-securing-quarterfinal-ticket/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 08:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/fiba-u-18-afrobasket-nsc-salutes-junior-dtigress-after-securing-quarterfinal-ticket/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Super Falcons Battle South Africa For World Cup Playoff Spot]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s Super Falcons will battle South Africa&rsquo;s Banyana Banyana on Thursday for a place in the Intercontinental playoff for the 2027 FIFA Women&rsquo;s World Cup finals in Brazil. The encounter will determine one of Africa&rsquo;s two teams that will advance to the playoffs for next year&rsquo;s Women&rsquo;s World Cup in Brazil. The Super Falcons found [...]<br />
The post Super Falcons Battle South Africa For World Cup Playoff Spot appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/super-falcons-battle-south-africa-for-world-cup-playoff-spot/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 07:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/super-falcons-battle-south-africa-for-world-cup-playoff-spot/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I Need A Hip Replacement  –Ex-Man United Winger]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Manchester United star Ashley Young has disclosed that he needs a hip replacement. In a chat with High Performance Podcast, Young stated that the joint pain became so severe that he was unable to train for three months during the final stretch of his career. Read Also:Okoye: &lsquo;Serie A Remains One Of The Best [...]<br />
The post I Need A Hip Replacement&ndash;Ex-Man United Winger appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/i-need-a-hip-replacement-ex-man-united-winger/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 07:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/i-need-a-hip-replacement-ex-man-united-winger/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Okoye: ‘Serie A Remains One Of The Best Leagues In The World’]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye has disclosed that Serie A remains one of the best leagues in the world, expressing pride and happiness in competing at such a high level. The Nigerian international, who recorded 10 clean sheets over 30 league appearances in the previous season for Udinese, made this known in an interview with [...]<br />
The post Okoye: &lsquo;Serie A Remains One Of The Best Leagues In The World&rsquo; appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/okoye-serie-a-remains-one-of-the-best-leagues-in-the-world/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 07:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/okoye-serie-a-remains-one-of-the-best-leagues-in-the-world/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026: I’m Heartbroken  —Oparanozie Laments Super Falcons Shock Defeat To Cameroon]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Nigeria international Desire Oparanozie has described the Super Falcons defeat to Cameroon in the WAFCON 2026 quarterfinal as heartbreaking. A thunderous 20th-minute free kick from defender Maeva Nyadjou was the difference between the two sides, with the Super Falcons dominating the chances and possession throughout but failing to find a way back into the [...]<br />
The post WAFCON 2026: I&rsquo;m Heartbroken&mdash;Oparanozie Laments Super Falcons Shock Defeat To Cameroon appeared first on Com]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-im-heartbroken-oparanozie-laments-super-falcons-shock-defeat-to-cameroon/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 00:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-im-heartbroken-oparanozie-laments-super-falcons-shock-defeat-to-cameroon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026: Malawi Stun Ghana 2-1 To Reach Semifinal, Qualify For First Ever World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Malawi stunned Ghana&rsquo;s Black Queens 2-1 to reach the WAFCON semifinal and also qualify for a first ever FIFA women&rsquo;s World Cup. Despite going behind in the tie which they went in as underdogs, Malawi fought back to secure the win. More to follow<br />
The post WAFCON 2026: Malawi Stun Ghana 2-1 To Reach Semifinal, Qualify For First Ever World Cup appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-malawi-stun-ghana-2-1-to-reach-semifinal-qualify-for-first-ever-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 00:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-malawi-stun-ghana-2-1-to-reach-semifinal-qualify-for-first-ever-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026: How Super Falcons Rated In Defeat To Cameroon]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s Super Falcons suffered a 1-0 defeat to the Indomitable Lionesses of Cameroon in their quarter-final clash at the 2026 Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations on Sunday night. Following the disappointing result, Completesports.com&rsquo;s ADEBOYE AMOSU assesses the performances of the Super Falcons players in the encounter. Chiamaka Nnadozie 5/10 She did not cover herself in [...]<br />
The post WAFCON 2026: How Super Falcons Rated In Defeat To Cameroon appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-how-super-falcons-rated-in-defeat-to-cameroon/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-how-super-falcons-rated-in-defeat-to-cameroon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wirtz Backs Iraola’s Tactical Plans At Liverpool]]></title><description><![CDATA[Liverpool star Florian Wirtz has endorsed Andoni Iraola&rsquo;s tactical plans at the club, stating he enjoys the new manager&rsquo;s philosophy despite a 3-2 pre-season loss to AS Monaco. In a chat with Sky Sports, Wirtz praised Iraola&rsquo;s prior work at Bournemouth and feels positive about his central role. Read Also:WAFU B U-20 Tourney: Burkina Faso [...]<br />
The post Wirtz Backs Iraola&rsquo;s Tactical Plans At Liverpool appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wirtz-backs-iraolas-tactical-plans-at-liverpool/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 23:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wirtz-backs-iraolas-tactical-plans-at-liverpool/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFU B U-20 Tourney: Burkina Faso Thrash Flying Eagles 4-1 To Secure Sole AFCON Qualification Ticket]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s Flying Eagles suffered a humiliating 4-1 defeat to Burkina Faso in the final of the WAFU B U-20 championship on Sunday. Burkina Faso have now secured the sole qualification to the 2027 U-20 African Cup of Nations in Ghana. The U-20 AFCON will also serve as qualifiers for the 2027 U-20 World Cup which [...]<br />
The post WAFU B U-20 Tourney: Burkina Faso Thrash Flying Eagles 4-1 To Secure Sole AFCON Qualification Ticket appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafu-b-u-20-tourney-burkina-faso-thrash-flying-eagles-4-1-to-secure-sole-afcon-qualification-ticket/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 23:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafu-b-u-20-tourney-burkina-faso-thrash-flying-eagles-4-1-to-secure-sole-afcon-qualification-ticket/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arteta: Guimarães Will Take Arsenal To Next Level]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has disclosed that new &pound;75 million signing Bruno Guimar&atilde;es has the hunger, personality, and quality to take Arsenal to the &ldquo;next level&rdquo;. The Brazilian midfielder joined from Newcastle United on a long-term deal, and was unveiled to fans at the Emirates Stadium. Read Also:WAFCON 2026: Cameroon End Super Falcons Reign After [...]<br />
The post Arteta: Guimar&atilde;es Will Take Arsenal To Next Level appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arteta-guimares-will-take-arsenal-to-next-level/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 23:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arteta-guimares-will-take-arsenal-to-next-level/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026: ‘Disappointing Performance’   –Ex-Nigeria Defender Reacts To Super Falcons’ Loss To Cameroon]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Nigerian international Abiodun Obafemi expressed disappointment after the Super Falcons were eliminated in the quarter-final of the ongoing 2026 Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. Recall that Nigeria narrowly lost to Cameroon thanks to Myriam Nyadjou&rsquo;s brilliant free-kick to give Cameroon the surprise 1-0 quarter-final victory over Falcons, the defending champions, in Casablanca [...]<br />
The post WAFCON 2026: &lsquo;Disappointing Performance&rsquo; &ndash;Ex-Nigeria Defend]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-disappointing-performance-ex-nigeria-defender-reacts-to-super-falcons-loss-to-cameroon/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 22:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-disappointing-performance-ex-nigeria-defender-reacts-to-super-falcons-loss-to-cameroon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026: Disappointing Performance   –Ex-International Reacts To Nigeria’s 1-0 Loss To Cameroon]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Nigerian international Abiodun Obafemi expressed disappointment after the Super Falcons were eliminated in the quarter-final of the ongoing 2026 Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. Recall that Nigeria narrowly lost to Cameroon thanks to Myriam Nyadjou&rsquo;s brilliant free-kick to give Cameroon the surprise 1-0 quarter-final victory over Falcons, the defending champions, in Casablanca [...]<br />
The post WAFCON 2026: Disappointing Performance &ndash;Ex-International Reacts To Nige]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-disappointing-performance-ex-international-reacts-to-nigerias-1-0-loss-to-cameroon/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 22:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-disappointing-performance-ex-international-reacts-to-nigerias-1-0-loss-to-cameroon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026: Cameroon End Super Falcons Reign After Hard-fought 1-0 Quarterfinal Win]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria Super Falcons&rsquo; quest for an 11th Women&rsquo;s African Cup of Nations (WAFCON) has ended following a 1-0 defeat to Cameroon in the quarterfinal on Sunday. The win means the Indomitable Lionesses have qualified for the 2027 FIFA World Cup in Brazil. Cameroon went close in the eight minute from a free kick but Chiamaka [...]<br />
The post WAFCON 2026: Cameroon End Super Falcons Reign After Hard-fought 1-0 Quarterfinal Win appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-cameroon-end-super-falcons-reign-after-hard-fought-1-0-quarterfinal-win/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 21:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-cameroon-end-super-falcons-reign-after-hard-fought-1-0-quarterfinal-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FC Basel Reject Saudi Club’s Bid for Otele]]></title><description><![CDATA[FC Basel have rejected a &euro;3 million bid from Saudi Pro League side Al-Fateh for Nigeria international winger Philip Otele. The Swiss club are reportedly demanding around &euro;4 million before they will consider allowing the 27-year-old to leave. Despite the two clubs yet to reach an agreement over a transfer fee, Otele is understood to [...]<br />
The post FC Basel Reject Saudi Club&rsquo;s Bid for Otele appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/fc-basel-reject-saudi-clubs-bid-for-otele/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 18:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/fc-basel-reject-saudi-clubs-bid-for-otele/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cameroon Vs Nigeria Live Blogging – WAFCON 2026 Quarter-Final Match]]></title><description><![CDATA[Completesports.com&rsquo;s Live Blogging of the Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations &ndash; WAFCON 2026 Quarter-Final match between the Indomitable Lionesses of Cameroon and the Super Falcons of Nigeria at the Larbi Zaouli Stadium, Casablanca.<br />
The post Cameroon Vs Nigeria Live Blogging &ndash; WAFCON 2026 Quarter-Final Match appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/cameroon-vs-nigeria-live-blogging-wafcon-2026-quarter-final-match/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 18:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/cameroon-vs-nigeria-live-blogging-wafcon-2026-quarter-final-match/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pre-Season: Arsenal Lose Again As Dortmund Claim 3-2 Win To Clinch Emirates Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bundesliga heavyweights Borussia Dortmund secured a 3-2 win against Premier League champions Arsenal to win the 2026 Emirates Cup, Sky Sports reports. After Mikel Arteta said Arsenal&rsquo;s defending in Wednesday&rsquo;s 3-1 defeat to Real Betis was &ldquo;below the standard&rdquo;, the Gunners found themselves in trouble again as they were 2-0 down at the break thanks [...]<br />
The post Pre-Season: Arsenal Lose Again As Dortmund Claim 3-2 Win To Clinch Emirates Cup appeared first on Complete Sport]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/pre-season-arsenal-lose-again-as-dortmund-claim-3-2-win-to-clinch-emirates-cup/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 17:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/pre-season-arsenal-lose-again-as-dortmund-claim-3-2-win-to-clinch-emirates-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arokodare Marks Eredivisie Debut With Assist]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tolu Arokodare registered an assist on his Eredivisie debut as Ajax opened the new season with a 2-0 away victory over PEC Zwolle. Arokodare, who started the game on the bench, replaced Abdellah Ouazane in the 73rd minute. The Nigeria international made an immediate impact, setting up Jorthy Mokio for the opening goal just three [...]<br />
The post Arokodare Marks Eredivisie Debut With Assist appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arokodare-marks-eredivisie-debut-with-assist/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 17:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arokodare-marks-eredivisie-debut-with-assist/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘I’ll Face It With Strength’ —Uche Vows To Stay Strong After Injury Setback]]></title><description><![CDATA[Christantus Uche has vowed to come back stronger from his injury setback, reports Completesports.com. The Nigeria international sustained a serious knee injury during Getafe&rsquo;s pre-season friendly against French Ligue 1 side AS Monaco last week. The attacking midfielder is expected to miss the entire 2026/27 season as a result of the injury. Despite the lengthy [...]<br />
The post &lsquo;I&rsquo;ll Face It With Strength&rsquo; &mdash;Uche Vows To Stay Strong After Injury Setback appeared first o]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ill-face-it-with-strength-uche-vows-to-stay-strong-after-injury-setback/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 16:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ill-face-it-with-strength-uche-vows-to-stay-strong-after-injury-setback/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Flick Confirms Araujo Loan Move To Liverpool]]></title><description><![CDATA[Barcelona coach Hansi Flick has confirmed that Ronald Araujo will join Premier League giant Liverpool on loan. Araujo will be a Reds player this season as they secured a loan deal for the Barcelona center-back in a surprise move this weekend. According to the latest reports (via Yahoo Sports), Araujo decided to accept Liverpool&rsquo;s proposal [...]<br />
The post Flick Confirms Araujo Loan Move To Liverpool appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/flick-confirms-araujo-loan-move-to-liverpool/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 16:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/flick-confirms-araujo-loan-move-to-liverpool/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Maldini: Guardiola Didn’t Turn Down Italy Managerial Job Because Of Money]]></title><description><![CDATA[Italy technical director Paolo Maldini has disclosed that former Man City manager Pep Guardiola was deeply interested in the Italy national job, analyzing youth squads and sketching potential lineups before ultimately declining due to exhaustion rather than financial demands. Maldini stated that Guardiola studied player pools from the U17 level upward and actively drafted prospective [...]<br />
The post Maldini: Guardiola Didn&rsquo;t Turn Down Italy Managerial Job Because Of Money appeared first on]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/maldini-guardiola-didnt-turn-down-italy-managerial-job-because-of-money/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 15:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/maldini-guardiola-didnt-turn-down-italy-managerial-job-because-of-money/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I Was Stupid And Immature  –Ex-Man United Defender Opens Up On Suspended 14-Month Prison Sentence]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Manchester United defender Brandon Williams has opened up about his suspended 14-month prison sentence for dangerous driving, admitting he was immature and stupid during a high-speed crash. Recall that on August 20, 2023, Williams crashed his Audi A3 at 99mph in a 70mph zone on the A34 near Handforth, Cheshire, colliding with a Ford [...]<br />
The post I Was Stupid And Immature&ndash;Ex-Man United Defender Opens Up On Suspended 14-Month Prison Sentence appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/i-was-stupid-and-immature-ex-man-united-defender-opens-up-on-suspended-14-month-prison-sentence/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 15:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/i-was-stupid-and-immature-ex-man-united-defender-opens-up-on-suspended-14-month-prison-sentence/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Real Madrid Pay Tribute To Messi Over Father’s Death]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spanish La Liga giants Real Madrid have paid tribute to Lionel Messi&rsquo;s father, Jorge, who passed away on Friday in Rosario at age 68. According to reports in Argentine Messi&rsquo;s father died at 10:00 PM local time in a hospital, where he was undergoing treatment for a chronic illness. Messi&rsquo;s boyhood club, Newell&rsquo;s Old Boys, [...]<br />
The post Real Madrid Pay Tribute To Messi Over Father&rsquo;s Death appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/real-madrid-pay-tribute-to-messi-over-fathers-death/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 14:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/real-madrid-pay-tribute-to-messi-over-fathers-death/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026: We’re Ready For Super Falcons Battle —Cameroon’s Ndzana]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cameroon defender Colette Ndzana has declared the Indomitable Lionesses&rsquo; readiness for their 2026 Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations quarter-final clash against defending champions, the Super Falcons of Nigeria. The highly anticipated encounter will take place tonight at the Larbi Zaouli Stadium in Casablanca. It will be the 14th WAFCON meeting between the two African heavyweights, [...]<br />
The post WAFCON 2026: We&rsquo;re Ready For Super Falcons Battle &mdash;Cameroon&rsquo;s Ndzana appear]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-were-ready-for-super-falcons-battle-cameroons-ndzana/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 12:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-were-ready-for-super-falcons-battle-cameroons-ndzana/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NFF Denies Endorsing Calls For FIFA President To Resign]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has debunked reports that it has endorsed calls for FIFA President Gianni Infantino to step down. The NFF made its position known in a statement posted on its official X account on Saturday. Infantino faces widespread calls to step down, following a failed plan to sell stakes in the commercial [...]<br />
The post NFF Denies Endorsing Calls For FIFA President To Resign appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nff-denies-endorsing-calls-for-fifa-president-to-resign/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nff-denies-endorsing-calls-for-fifa-president-to-resign/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026: This Is Not Our Biggest Game In This Tournament —Cameroon Coach Plays Down Super Falcons Clash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Indomitable Lionesses of Cameroon head coach Valentine Nguele has played down today&rsquo;s WAFCON quarterfinal clash with Super Falcons of Nigeria, stating it is not the biggest game for them in this year&rsquo;s tournament. After topping Group D, Cameroon will take on defending champions Super Falcons in the last eight, with the winner not only reaching [...]<br />
The post WAFCON 2026: This Is Not Our Biggest Game In This Tournament &mdash;Cameroon Coach Plays Down Super Falcons Clash appeared firs]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-this-is-not-our-biggest-game-in-this-tournament-cameroon-coach-plays-down-super-falcons-clash/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 08:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-this-is-not-our-biggest-game-in-this-tournament-cameroon-coach-plays-down-super-falcons-clash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NPFL: Shooting Stars Part Ways With Head Coach Aweroro]]></title><description><![CDATA[Shooting Stars have parted ways with their head coach, Nurudeen Aweroro, Completesports.com reports. The Ibadan-club also announced the exit of team team manager Tammy Tamuno, and assistant coach Shakiru Lawal. &ldquo;We have reached a mutual agreement with Head Coach Nurudeen Aweroro, Team Manager Tammy Tamuno and Assistant Coach Shakiru Lawal to bring their respective contracts [...]<br />
The post NPFL: Shooting Stars Part Ways With Head Coach Aweroro appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-shooting-stars-part-ways-with-head-coach-aweroro/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 07:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-shooting-stars-part-ways-with-head-coach-aweroro/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Carrick Provides Injury Update On Mount]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United manager Michael Carrick has downplayed Mason Mount injury concerns after substituting the midfielder 18 minutes into a 1-1 preseason friendly against Paris Saint-Germain, stating it was merely a precautionary measure after a kick to the foot. Mount, who joined United from Chelsea in 2023, has been hampered by injury problems since arriving at [...]<br />
The post Carrick Provides Injury Update On Mount appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/carrick-provides-injury-update-on-mount/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 07:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/carrick-provides-injury-update-on-mount/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘He’s A Great Young Goalie’  –Sanchez Hails Penders]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chelsea goalkeeper Robert S&aacute;nchez has praised young teammate Mike Penders, calling him a great goalie with massive potential and a calm presence. S&aacute;nchez welcomed the competition, noting that a strong rival helps prevent complacency and pushes the entire squad to elevate their performance levels. Read Also:OFFICIAL: Guimaeraes Joins Arsenal On Four-Year Deal Speaking after Chelsea&rsquo;s [...]<br />
The post &lsquo;He&rsquo;s A Great Young Goalie&rsquo;&ndash;Sanchez Hails Penders appea]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/hes-a-great-young-goalie-sanchez-hails-penders/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 07:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/hes-a-great-young-goalie-sanchez-hails-penders/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Osimhen Scores Again As Galatasaray Lose To Villarreal In Final Pre-Season Match]]></title><description><![CDATA[Victor Osimhen was on the score sheet again for Galatasaray who lost 2-1 to Villarreal in their final pre-season game on Saturday. Osimhen was also on target last Sunday, getting one of Galatasaray&rsquo;s goals in their 3-3 draw with French Ligue 1 club Rennes. It was not the best of pre-season campaign for Galatasaray who [...]<br />
The post Osimhen Scores Again As Galatasaray Lose To Villarreal In Final Pre-Season Match appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/osimhen-scores-again-as-galatasaray-lose-to-villarreal-in-final-pre-season-match/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 01:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/osimhen-scores-again-as-galatasaray-lose-to-villarreal-in-final-pre-season-match/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026: Morocco Beat South Africa 2-1 To Reach Semifinal, Qualify For World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hosts Morocco defeated South Africa 2-1 on Saturday in the 2026 Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) quarter-finals, booking their place in the semi-finals and securing qualification for the 2027 FIFA Women&rsquo;s World Cup. This is the second time Morocco would qualify for the World Cup after making their first appearance in 2023 co-hosted by [...]<br />
The post WAFCON 2026: Morocco Beat South Africa 2-1 To Reach Semifinal, Qualify For World Cup appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-morocco-beat-south-africa-2-1-to-reach-semifinal-qualify-for-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 00:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-morocco-beat-south-africa-2-1-to-reach-semifinal-qualify-for-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rangers Should Not Hesitate To Sell Fernandez  –McCall]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Dundee United manager Ian McCall has disclosed that Rangers should consider selling Super Eagles defender Emmanuel Fernandez for a large fee if a significant offer arrives. The Nigerian international faced heavy criticism following a shaky 1-1 draw against Dundee United and a costly slip in a 2-1 defeat to Jagiellonia Bialystok. Read Also:How Super [...]<br />
The post Rangers Should Not Hesitate To Sell Fernandez&ndash;McCall appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/rangers-should-not-hesitate-to-sell-fernandez-mccall/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Aug 2026 22:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/rangers-should-not-hesitate-to-sell-fernandez-mccall/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rangers Should Not Hesitate To Sell Fernandez  –Mc Call]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Dundee United manager Ian McCall has disclosed that Rangers should consider selling Super Eagles defender Emmanuel Fernandez for a large fee if a significant offer arrives. The Nigerian international faced heavy criticism following a shaky 1-1 draw against Dundee United and a costly slip in a 2-1 defeat to Jagiellonia Bialystok. Read Also:How Super [...]<br />
The post Rangers Should Not Hesitate To Sell Fernandez&ndash;Mc Call appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/rangers-should-not-hesitate-to-sell-fernandez-mc-call/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Aug 2026 22:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/rangers-should-not-hesitate-to-sell-fernandez-mc-call/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026: ‘We’ll Give Everything’ — Madugu Talks Tough Ahead Cameroon Clash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Falcons head coach Justine Madugu has assured that his players will give their all when they face the Indomitable Lionesses of Cameroon. The defending champions will battle their perennial rivals in a quarter-final clash at the Larbi Zaouli Stadium in Casablanca on Sunday. A place in the semi-finals will be at stake, with the [...]<br />
The post WAFCON 2026: &lsquo;We&rsquo;ll Give Everything&rsquo; &mdash; Madugu Talks Tough Ahead Cameroon Clash appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-well-give-everything-madugu-talks-tough-ahead-cameroon-clash/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Aug 2026 22:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-well-give-everything-madugu-talks-tough-ahead-cameroon-clash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rusedski Likens Eala To Serena Williams]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former British No. 1 Greg Rusedski has compared Alex Eala&rsquo;s global fan turnout and star power to Serena Williams, noting that passionate Filipino supporters follow her everywhere in the world to create an electric atmosphere. Recall that Eala won her maiden WTA Tour title at the Washington Open by defeating Jessica Pegula in the final. [...]<br />
The post Rusedski Likens Eala To Serena Williams appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/rusedski-likens-eala-to-serena-williams/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Aug 2026 20:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/rusedski-likens-eala-to-serena-williams/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026: We’re Prepared For Cameroon’s Physical Approach  —Super Falcons Midfielder Payne]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Falcons midfielder Toni Payne has said she and her teammates are ready for Cameroon&rsquo;s physical approach in their Women&rsquo;s African Cup of Nations (WAFCON) quarterfinal encounter on Sunday, completesports.com reports. After a shock 3-2 defeat in their opening Group C match against Malawi, the Super Falcons bounced back to eventually qualify for the quarterfinals, [...]<br />
The post WAFCON 2026: We&rsquo;re Prepared For Cameroon&rsquo;s Physical Approach&mdash;Super Falcons Midfielder]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-were-prepared-for-cameroons-physical-approach-super-falcons-midfielder-payne/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Aug 2026 20:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-were-prepared-for-cameroons-physical-approach-super-falcons-midfielder-payne/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I Want To Be Bigger Than Zola At Chelsea  –Palestra]]></title><description><![CDATA[New Chelsea signing Marco Palestra has expressed his desire to follow in the footsteps of Italian icon Gianfranco Zola and become a legend at Stamford Bridge. The 21-year-old Italian joined the Blues in a &pound;47 million deal from Atalanta, pointing out a shared history with Zola at Cagliari before making the move to Stamford Bridge. [...]<br />
The post I Want To Be Bigger Than Zola At Chelsea&ndash;Palestra appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/i-want-to-be-bigger-than-zola-at-chelsea-palestra/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Aug 2026 20:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/i-want-to-be-bigger-than-zola-at-chelsea-palestra/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Turkish Club Sign Super Falcons Defender Usani]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Falcons defender Miracle Usani has joined Turkish Women&rsquo;s Super League side ABB FOMGET, Completesports.com reports. ABB FOMGET announced on Saturday that Usani will link up with the club for the 2026/27 season. The 19-year-old is the second Nigerian to join the former Turkish champions this summer, following the arrival of Zipporah Agama from Spanish [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Turkish Club Sign Super Falcons Defender Usani appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-turkish-club-sign-super-falcons-defender-usani/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Aug 2026 18:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-turkish-club-sign-super-falcons-defender-usani/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Match Preview: WAFCON’26; Nigeria Vs Cameroon]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Super Falcons are set for a huge test in the knockout rounds of the 2026 Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) Fresh off a dominant 6-2 victory over Egypt, Nigeria head into a mouthwatering quarter final clash against Cameroon, with momentum firmly on their side. But can the Super Falcons build on that emphatic [...]<br />
The post Match Preview: WAFCON&rsquo;26; Nigeria Vs Cameroon appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/match-preview-wafcon26-nigeria-vs-cameroon/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Aug 2026 17:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/match-preview-wafcon26-nigeria-vs-cameroon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026: Eto Vows Cameroon Will Give Everything Against Super Falcons]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cameroon midfielder Naomi Eto says the Indomitable Lionesses are determined to give their all when they face defending champions Nigeria&rsquo;s Super Falcons in the quarter-finals of the 2026 Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations. The two African heavyweights will battle for a place in the semi-finals at the Larbi Zaouli Stadium in Casablanca on Sunday. The [...]<br />
The post WAFCON 2026: Eto Vows Cameroon Will Give Everything Against Super Falcons appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-eto-vows-cameroon-will-give-everything-against-super-falcons/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Aug 2026 17:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-eto-vows-cameroon-will-give-everything-against-super-falcons/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rush: Iraola Will Deliver Instant Progress At Liverpool]]></title><description><![CDATA[Liverpool legend Ian Rush has backed new manager Andoni Iraola to succeed at Anfield, noting that a strong start in the first four or five games is vital. While acknowledging the squad needs adjustments after summer exits, Rush trusts that injured players returning and potential late additions will stabilize the team. Read Also:Ex-Arsenal Defender Tomiyasu [...]<br />
The post Rush: Iraola Will Deliver Instant Progress At Liverpool appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/rush-iraola-will-deliver-instant-progress-at-liverpool/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Aug 2026 16:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/rush-iraola-will-deliver-instant-progress-at-liverpool/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Infantino Denies Claims UEFA Paid Off Ex-Lover]]></title><description><![CDATA[FIFA President Gianni Infantino has strongly denied allegations that UEFA paid a six-figure departure package to a former junior employee with whom he allegedly had an affair while serving as UEFA general secretary. UEFA confirmed a departure payment and MBA tuition fees were provided but stated they complied with regulations at the time. Read Also:Step [...]<br />
The post Infantino Denies Claims UEFA Paid Off Ex-Lover appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/infantino-denies-claims-uefa-paid-off-ex-lover/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/infantino-denies-claims-uefa-paid-off-ex-lover/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Messi’s Father Dies Aged 68 After Battle With Health Problems]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jorge Messi, the father of Argentina captain Lionel Messi, has died at the age of 68 after battling health problems. Messi&rsquo;s first football team, Newell&rsquo;s Old Boys, confirmed the news after local media reported Jorge&rsquo;s death. Jorge reportedly died in hospital in Rosario, Argentina, close to Messi&rsquo;s family home, at around 10pm local time on [...]<br />
The post Messi&rsquo;s Father Dies Aged 68 After Battle With Health Problems appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/messis-father-dies-aged-68-after-battle-with-health-problems/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Aug 2026 15:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/messis-father-dies-aged-68-after-battle-with-health-problems/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFU B U-20 Championship: Flying Eagles Ready For Burkina Faso Revenge Mission — Maikaba]]></title><description><![CDATA[Flying Eagles head coach Abdu Maikaba says his side will be aiming for revenge when they face Burkina Faso in the final of the WAFU B U-20 Championship. The final is scheduled to take place on Sunday at the Stade Charles Konan Banny in Yamoussoukro. The encounter will also determine the second team from the [...]<br />
The post WAFU B U-20 Championship: Flying Eagles Ready For Burkina Faso Revenge Mission &mdash; Maikaba appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafu-b-u-20-championship-flying-eagles-ready-for-burkina-faso-revenge-mission-maikaba/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Aug 2026 15:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafu-b-u-20-championship-flying-eagles-ready-for-burkina-faso-revenge-mission-maikaba/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Iroha Charges Super Falcons, Flying Eagles To Secure World Cup, U-20 AFCON Tickets]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Nigeria defender Benedict Iroha has stressed the importance of victory for the Super Falcons against the Indomitable Lionesses of Cameroon in Sunday&rsquo;s quarter-final clash at the 2026 WAFCON in Morocco, Completesports.com reports. Iroha, 56, also urged the Abdul Maikaba-led Flying Eagles to defeat Burkina Faso in the final of the WAFU-B Zonal play-offs in [...]<br />
The post Iroha Charges Super Falcons, Flying Eagles To Secure World Cup, U-20 AFCON Tickets appeared first on Complete Sport]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/iroha-charges-super-falcons-flying-eagles-to-secure-world-cup-u-20-afcon-tickets/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Aug 2026 14:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/iroha-charges-super-falcons-flying-eagles-to-secure-world-cup-u-20-afcon-tickets/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[OFFICIAL: Guimaeraes Joins Arsenal On Four-Year Deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Premier League champions Arsenal have signed Bruno Guimaraes from Newcastle United for &pound;75 million. The midfielder signed a four-year deal with the option of a further 12 months. Guimaraes left Newcastle&rsquo;s training camp in La Manga in Spain earlier this week to finalise his move to Emirates Stadium following a breakthrough in talks. Commenting on [...]<br />
The post OFFICIAL: Guimaeraes Joins Arsenal On Four-Year Deal appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/official-guimaeraes-joins-arsenal-on-four-year-deal/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Aug 2026 13:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/official-guimaeraes-joins-arsenal-on-four-year-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Nigerian Forward Joins Scottish Club Dunfermline Athletic]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scottish Championship club Dunfermline Athletic have announced the signing of Nigerian striker Olamilekan Adams. The 21-year-old joins the Pars from Czech outfit SK Dynamo &#268;esk&eacute; Bud&#283;jovice, putting pen to paper on a two-year contract with an option for a further extension. Adams spent his debut campaign in the Czech Republic competing in the Chance N&aacute;rodn&iacute; [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Nigerian Forward Joins Scottish Club Dunfermline Athletic appeared first on Complete]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-nigerian-forward-joins-scottish-club-dunfermline-athletic/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Aug 2026 13:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-nigerian-forward-joins-scottish-club-dunfermline-athletic/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 125: Bruno Guimaraes Impending Move To Arsenal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bruno Guimaraes is set to join Arsenal Football Club after reportedly completing his Arsenal medical ahead of a &pound;75million move from Newcastle United. The Brazilian bid farewell to his Toon teammates at the club&rsquo;s pre-season camp on Wednesday before flying to North London. Adding a player of Bruno Guimar&atilde;es&rsquo; quality would increase competition for places [...]<br />
The post SPORTS PLANET Podcast&hellip;EPISODE 125: Bruno Guimaraes Impending Move To Arsenal appeared first on Co]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sports-planet-podcastepisode-125-bruno-guimaraes-impending-move-to-arsenal/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Aug 2026 13:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sports-planet-podcastepisode-125-bruno-guimaraes-impending-move-to-arsenal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aina Models Nottingham Forest’s New Away Kit For 2026/27 Season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria international Ola Aina helped launched Nottingham Forest&rsquo;s new adidas away kit for the 2026/2027 season. Forest disclosed this in a statement on their official website on Saturday. &ldquo;Nottingham Forest is delighted to reveal its adidas Away Kit for the 2026/27 season,&rdquo; the club stated. &ldquo;The new kit sees the return of the adidas trefoil [...]<br />
The post Aina Models Nottingham Forest&rsquo;s New Away Kit For 2026/27 Season appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/aina-models-nottingham-forests-new-away-kit-for-202627-season/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Aug 2026 12:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/aina-models-nottingham-forests-new-away-kit-for-202627-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Genk Boss Confirms Yira Sor’s Departure]]></title><description><![CDATA[Genk head coach Jess Thorup has confirmed that Nigerian winger Yira Sor is set to leave the club this summer, reports Completesports.com. Sor has been strongly linked with a move to newly promoted Turkish side Amedspor. The Nigeria international is reportedly already in Turkey, where he is expected to undergo his medical before putting pen [...]<br />
The post Genk Boss Confirms Yira Sor&rsquo;s Departure appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/genk-boss-confirms-yira-sors-departure/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Aug 2026 12:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/genk-boss-confirms-yira-sors-departure/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NPFL: Elegbeleye Talks Up $7.5m New Title Sponsorship Deal Ahead Of 2026/27 Season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gbenga Elegbeleye, Chairman of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), has revealed that the league body will unveil a new title sponsor for the domestic top flight before the start of the 2026/27 season, Completesports.com reports. Elegbeleye spoke in Ibadan on Friday, 7 August 2026, during the Annual General Meeting of the NPFL. Although he [...]<br />
The post NPFL: Elegbeleye Talks Up $7.5m New Title Sponsorship Deal Ahead Of 2026/27 Season appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-elegbeleye-talks-up-75m-new-title-sponsorship-deal-ahead-of-202627-season/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Aug 2026 10:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-elegbeleye-talks-up-75m-new-title-sponsorship-deal-ahead-of-202627-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Super Falcons Fared Against Cameroon In 10 Previous WAFCON Knockout Matches]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s Super Falcons and the Indomitable Lionesses of Cameroon will clash in the quarterfinals of the WAFCON 2026 on Sunday, 9 August 2026, with the automatic ticket to the 2027 FIFA Women&rsquo;s World Cup in Brazil at stake. The WAFCON champions recovered from a rocky group-stage start&mdash;including a shock defeat to debutants Malawi&mdash;to reach the [...]<br />
The post How Super Falcons Fared Against Cameroon In 10 Previous WAFCON Knockout Matches appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/how-super-falcons-fared-against-cameroon-in-10-previous-wafcon-knockout-matches/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Aug 2026 08:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/how-super-falcons-fared-against-cameroon-in-10-previous-wafcon-knockout-matches/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ghana World Cup Star Yirenkyi Joins Onyeka At Coventry In Club-Record Transfer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Premier League newcomers Coventry City have completed the club-record signing of Ghana midfielder Caleb Yirenkyi, BBC Sport reports. He is now teammates with Super Eagles midfielder Frank Onyeka, who joined Coventry on a permanent deal after a loan move last season. Yirenkyi has signed a long-term contract, with the Sky Blues believed to have paid [...]<br />
The post Ghana World Cup Star Yirenkyi Joins Onyeka At Coventry In Club-Record Transfer appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ghana-world-cup-star-yirenkyi-joins-onyeka-at-coventry-in-club-record-transfer/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Aug 2026 08:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ghana-world-cup-star-yirenkyi-joins-onyeka-at-coventry-in-club-record-transfer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026: We’re Ready For Cameroon Challenge — Babajide]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rinsola Babajide has declared the Super Falcons ready for their highly anticipated quarter-final clash with the Indomitable Lionesses of Cameroon at the 2026 Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations. The defending champions will take on Cameroon at the Larbi Zaouli Stadium in Casablanca on Sunday, with a place in the semi-finals at stake. There is even [...]<br />
The post WAFCON 2026: We&rsquo;re Ready For Cameroon Challenge &mdash; Babajide appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-were-ready-for-cameroon-challenge-babajide/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Aug 2026 08:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-were-ready-for-cameroon-challenge-babajide/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England Defender Backs UEFA Boycott Threat Over FIFA Dispute]]></title><description><![CDATA[England defender Lucy Bronze has become the first high-profile English footballer to back UEFA&rsquo;s potential boycott of FIFA competitions. Speaking during her pre-season tour, she stated that taking such a stand is necessary for the long-term future and integrity of the game, increasing pressure on FIFA president Gianni Infantino. Read Also:Step Down As FIFA President [...]<br />
The post England Defender Backs UEFA Boycott Threat Over FIFA Dispute appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/england-defender-backs-uefa-boycott-threat-over-fifa-dispute/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Aug 2026 07:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/england-defender-backs-uefa-boycott-threat-over-fifa-dispute/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gural: Salah’s Arrival Will Help Onuachu Score More Goals At Trabzonspor]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Trabzonspor forward Emre G&uuml;ral has disclosed that Super Eagles striker Paul Onuachu will score more goals for the club following Mohamed Salah&rsquo;s arrival. Recall that the Egyptian international agreed a two-year deal with Turkish side Trabzonspor on Thursday following the expiry of his contract at Anfield, bringing an end to one of the most [...]<br />
The post Gural: Salah&rsquo;s Arrival Will Help Onuachu Score More Goals At Trabzonspor appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/gural-salahs-arrival-will-help-onuachu-score-more-goals-at-trabzonspor/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Aug 2026 06:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/gural-salahs-arrival-will-help-onuachu-score-more-goals-at-trabzonspor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Letter To President BAT And All Nigerians: Please Stop The NFF Elections! — Odegbami]]></title><description><![CDATA[On March 22, 1998, I was officially decorated with the honour and title of &lsquo;Sports Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Nigeria&rsquo; in Abuja by the then Minister of Sports. It was in addition to a previous national honour of &lsquo;Member of the Order of the Niger&rsquo;, MON. I take both honours very seriously. They [...]<br />
The post Letter To President BAT And All Nigerians: Please Stop The NFF Elections! &mdash; Odegbami appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/letter-to-president-bat-and-all-nigerians-please-stop-the-nff-elections-odegbami/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Aug 2026 06:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/letter-to-president-bat-and-all-nigerians-please-stop-the-nff-elections-odegbami/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Liverpool Agree Loan Deal To Sign Barcelona Defender Araujo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Premier League giants Liverpool have agreed a deal to sign Ronald Araujo on loan from Barcelona, talkSPORT reports. The surprise transfer comes amid the Reds&rsquo; lack of depth at centre-back, as they currently have just three in the squad. Virgil van Dijk, new signing Jeremy Jacquet and Giovanni Leoni are the only senior players comfortable [...]<br />
The post Liverpool Agree Loan Deal To Sign Barcelona Defender Araujo appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/liverpool-agree-loan-deal-to-sign-barcelona-defender-araujo/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Aug 2026 00:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/liverpool-agree-loan-deal-to-sign-barcelona-defender-araujo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sharpe: Man United Will Compete For Trophies Under Carrick]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Manchester United winger Lee Sharpe has disclosed that Red Devils coach Michael Carrick will be expecting to win a trophy next season after securing a third-place finish and Champions League qualification. Speaking to Netbet, Sharpe stated that high standards at Old Trafford mean pressure will immediately mount if major silverware is not achieved. Read [...]<br />
The post Sharpe: Man United Will Compete For Trophies Under Carrick appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sharpe-man-united-will-compete-for-trophies-under-carrick/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 22:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sharpe-man-united-will-compete-for-trophies-under-carrick/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Christantus Uche Ruled Out For Season After Knee Injury]]></title><description><![CDATA[Christantus Uche is expected to miss the entire 2026/27 season after suffering a serious knee injury, Completesports.com reports. Uche sustained the injury during Getafe&rsquo;s pre-season friendly against French Ligue 1 club AS Monaco. Getafe released a statement on their official website after the game providing an initial update on the Nigeria international&rsquo;s condition. &ldquo;Following initial [...]<br />
The post Christantus Uche Ruled Out For Season After Knee Injury appeared first on Comp]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/christantus-uche-ruled-out-for-season-after-knee-injury/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 22:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/christantus-uche-ruled-out-for-season-after-knee-injury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026: Madugu Vows To Fix Super Falcons’ Leaky Defence]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Falcons head coach Justine Madugu has vowed to address his side&rsquo;s defensive shortcomings at the ongoing 2026 Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. The defending champions have been impressive going forward, scoring a tournament-high nine goals in their three group-stage matches. However, Nigeria have struggled defensively, conceding five goals during the group stage. [...]<br />
The post WAFCON 2026: Madugu Vows To Fix Super Falcons&rsquo; Leaky Defence appeared first on Complete]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-madugu-vows-to-fix-super-falcons-leaky-defence/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 21:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-madugu-vows-to-fix-super-falcons-leaky-defence/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Step Down As FIFA President  –NFF Tells Infantino]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Norwegian Football Federation (NFF) has become the first national association to formally demand FIFA President Gianni Infantino&rsquo;s immediate resignation. NFF President Lise Klaveness stated that Infantino has lost all institutional trust following a controversial and aborted plan to sell World Cup commercial stakes to private investors. Read Also:UEFA: We&rsquo;ll Boycott World Cup If Infantino [...]<br />
The post Step Down As FIFA President&ndash;NFF Tells Infantino appeared first on Compl]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/step-down-as-fifa-president-nff-tells-infantino/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 17:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/step-down-as-fifa-president-nff-tells-infantino/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I’m Fully Ready For New Season At Blackburn  –Afolayan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Blackburn Rovers star Dapo Afolayan has expressed readiness for a fresh start at the club heading into the 2026&ndash;27 EFL Championship season. After a stop-start beginning following his January 2026 move from St. Pauli, the winger is fully fit, praising a new tactical style under Tony Mowbray that better suits his game. Read Also:WAFCON 2026: [...]<br />
The post I&rsquo;m Fully Ready For New Season At Blackburn&ndash;Afolayan appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/im-fully-ready-for-new-season-at-blackburn-afolayan/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 17:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/im-fully-ready-for-new-season-at-blackburn-afolayan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-Arsenal Defender Tomiyasu Signs For Crystal Palace]]></title><description><![CDATA[European Conference League Champions Crystal Palace have completed the signing of former Arsenal defender Takehiro Tomiyasu. Palace, in a statement, wrote:&rdquo;The 27-year-old defender joins after a successful trial period and becomes Manager Pierre Sage&rsquo;s second signing of the summer, following &Oacute;scar Mingueza. &ldquo;Capable of playing at full-back or centre-back, Tomiyasu has previous experience in the [...]<br />
The post Ex-Arsenal Defender Tomiyasu Signs For Crystal Palace appeared]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ex-arsenal-defender-tomiyasu-signs-for-crystal-palace/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 17:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ex-arsenal-defender-tomiyasu-signs-for-crystal-palace/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man City Reject Barcelona’s £38.5m For Rodri]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester City have rejected an opening offer of &pound;38.5m from Barcelona for midfielder Rodri, BBC Sport reports. City are open to selling the Spaniard, but would demand more than &pound;60m. The 30-year-old enters the final year of his contract at Etihad Stadium and is yet to sign a new deal, with speculation rife about his [...]<br />
The post Man City Reject Barcelona&rsquo;s &pound;38.5m For Rodri appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/man-city-reject-barcelonas-385m-for-rodri/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 17:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/man-city-reject-barcelonas-385m-for-rodri/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Robinson Backs Alli To Rediscover Best Form]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Salford boss Karl Robinson has backed Dele Alli to revive his career, insisting the 30-year-old midfielder still possesses the exceptional talent that once made him a Premier League star, despite a difficult period marred by injuries and a long absence from competitive football. Alli is currently training with West Ham United to prove his [...]<br />
The post Robinson Backs Alli To Rediscover Best Form appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/robinson-backs-alli-to-rediscover-best-form/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/robinson-backs-alli-to-rediscover-best-form/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NPFL: Kun Khalifat FC Set for Ownership Change]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria Premier Football League , NPFL, side Kun Khalifat FC could be set for a major change in ownership, with the club&rsquo;s shareholders seeking a buyer for a majority stake, Completesports.com reports. The development has opened the door for a new investor to take control of the Owerri-based club ahead of the new NPFL season. [...]<br />
The post NPFL: Kun Khalifat FC Set for Ownership Change appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-kun-khalifat-fc-set-for-ownership-change/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 15:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-kun-khalifat-fc-set-for-ownership-change/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NPFL: Rangers Begin Title Defence Against Katsina United, 3SC Face Inter Lagos In Opener]]></title><description><![CDATA[Defending champions Rangers will begin the defence of their Nigeria Premier Football League ,NPFL, title with a home game against Katsina United, Completesports.com reports. The encounter is scheduled to take place at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium, popularly known as the &lsquo;Cathedral&rsquo;, in Enugu on Sunday, 30 August 2026. The Flying Antelopes claimed the NPFL title [...]<br />
The post NPFL: Rangers Begin Title Defence Against Katsina United, 3SC Face Inter Lagos In Opener appeared first on Comp]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-rangers-begin-title-defence-against-katsina-united-3sc-face-inter-lagos-in-opener-2/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 15:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-rangers-begin-title-defence-against-katsina-united-3sc-face-inter-lagos-in-opener-2/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NPFL: Rangers Begin Title Defence Against Katsina United; 3SC Face Inter Lagos In Opener]]></title><description><![CDATA[Defending champions Rangers will begin the defence of their Nigeria Premier Football League ,NPFL, title with a home game against Katsina United, Completesports.com reports. The encounter is scheduled to take place at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium, popularly known as the &lsquo;Cathedral&rsquo;, in Enugu on Sunday, 30 August 2026. The Flying Antelopes claimed the NPFL title [...]<br />
The post NPFL: Rangers Begin Title Defence Against Katsina United; 3SC Face Inter Lagos In Opener appeared first on Comp]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-rangers-begin-title-defence-against-katsina-united-3sc-face-inter-lagos-in-opener/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 15:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-rangers-begin-title-defence-against-katsina-united-3sc-face-inter-lagos-in-opener/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Okoye Resumes Udinese Training After Injury Layoff]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye has returned to full training with Serie A club Udinese after recovering from a shoulder injury, Completesports.com reports. Okoye sustained the injury during Udinese&rsquo;s pre-season training camp in Austria and was subsequently placed on a rehabilitation programme under the supervision of the club&rsquo;s medical team. The 26-year-old has now linked [...]<br />
The post Okoye Resumes Udinese Training After Injury Layoff appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/okoye-resumes-udinese-training-after-injury-layoff/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 14:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/okoye-resumes-udinese-training-after-injury-layoff/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How The World’s Biggest Stars Performed At The World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[The FIFA World Cup is capable of consecrating and elevating the status of any player who stands out. Many world stars perform well at their clubs but end up disappointing at the World Cup, leaving a poor impression. However, this was rare during the 2026 World Cup: most of the stars from whom much was [...]<br />
The post How The World&rsquo;s Biggest Stars Performed At The World Cup appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/how-the-worlds-biggest-stars-performed-at-the-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 12:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/how-the-worlds-biggest-stars-performed-at-the-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chelsea Must Sell Players To Maintain Balance  –Leboeuf Tells Alonso]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Chelsea defender Frank Leboeuf has disclosed that manager Xabi Alonso must offload at least 15 players from a bloated squad of around 45 to maintain dressing-room harmony and work effectively. Recall that several fringe players, including Benoit Badiashile, Axel Disasi, and Marc Guiu, have been training away from the first team. Read Also:WAFCON 2026: [...]<br />
The post Chelsea Must Sell Players To Maintain Balance&ndash;Leboeuf Tells Alonso appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/chelsea-must-sell-players-to-maintain-balance-leboeuf-tells-alonso/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 10:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/chelsea-must-sell-players-to-maintain-balance-leboeuf-tells-alonso/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons Must Beware Of Lionesses Of Cameroon — Ikhana Warns]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former chief coach of the Nigeria senior women&rsquo;s national team, Kadiri Ikhana, has warned that the Super Falcons risk exiting the ongoing WAFCON 2026 in Morocco when they confront the Indomitable Lionesses of Cameroon in the quarter-finals if they fail to raise their game, Completesports.com reports exclusively. The Super Falcons and the Indomitable Lionesses clash [...]<br />
The post WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons Must Beware Of Lionesses Of Cameroon &mdash; Ikhana Warns appeared first on Complete]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-super-falcons-must-beware-of-lionesses-of-cameroon-ikhana-warns/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 10:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-super-falcons-must-beware-of-lionesses-of-cameroon-ikhana-warns/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Guimaeraes Will Improve Arsenal  —Newcastle Legend]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle United and England legend Alan Shearer has said Bruno Guimaraes will improve Arsenal and says Mikel Arteta may have now have the best midfield in world football at his disposal. Arsenal are set to announce the arrival of Brazilian midfielder Guimaraes after making a &pound;75m breakthrough in talks with Newcastle. Arteta identified Guimaraes as [...]<br />
The post Guimaeraes Will Improve Arsenal&mdash;Newcastle Legend appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/guimaeraes-will-improve-arsenal-newcastle-legend/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 10:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/guimaeraes-will-improve-arsenal-newcastle-legend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons Leave  Rabat For Casablanca Ahead Cameroon Showdown]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s Super Falcons will arrive in Casablanca on Friday (today) ahead of their 2026 Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations,WAFCON, quarter-final clash against the Indomitable Lionesses of Cameroon, reports Completesports.com. The highly anticipated last-eight encounter will take place at the Larbi Zaouli Stadium in Casablanca on Sunday, with kick-off scheduled for 6pm Nigerian time. Justine Madugu&rsquo;s [...]<br />
The post WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons LeaveRabat For Casablanca Ahead Cameroon S]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-super-falcons-leave-rabat-for-casablanca-ahead-cameroon-showdown/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 10:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-super-falcons-leave-rabat-for-casablanca-ahead-cameroon-showdown/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Zambia Head Coach Slams CAF Rules After WAFCON Exit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Copper Queens of Zambia head coach Nora H&auml;uptle has criticised the Confederation of African Football (CAF) tie-break regulations following Zambia&rsquo;s elimination from the Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). Zambia bowed out of the tournament despite securing a 2-1 victory over Malawi on Wednesday night. The Copper Queens finished level on points with Super Falcons [...]<br />
The post Zambia Head Coach Slams CAF Rules After WAFCON Exit appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/zambia-head-coach-slams-caf-rules-after-wafcon-exit/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 08:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/zambia-head-coach-slams-caf-rules-after-wafcon-exit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World U20 Athletics Championships: Oji Claims Historic Gold Medal In Women’s Shotput]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jessica Oji etched her name into Nigerian athletics history by becoming the country&rsquo;s first-ever field event gold medallist at the World U20 Athletics Championships after winning the women&rsquo;s shot put title in Eugene, USA, with a sensational throw of 18.08m, Making of Champions reports. Oji, 19, produced an outstanding series of 18.05m, 18.08m, 17.95m, X, [...]<br />
The post World U20 Athletics Championships: Oji Claims Historic Gold Medal In Women&rsquo;s Shotput appeared first on Complet]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-u20-athletics-championships-oji-claims-historic-gold-medal-in-womens-shotput/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 08:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-u20-athletics-championships-oji-claims-historic-gold-medal-in-womens-shotput/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Super Falcons Midfielder Completes Move To Panathinaikos]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigerian midfielder Peace Efih has joined Greek Women&rsquo;s A Division side Panathinaikos on a permanent transfer, Completesports.com reports. Efih linked up with Panathinaikos from another Greek outfit OFI Crete. The 25-year-old spent two seasons at OFI Crete, where she scored 14 goals in 40 appearances. Efih Elated With New Beginning The talented midfielder expressed her [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Super Falcons Midfielder Completes Move To Panathinaikos appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-super-falcons-midfielder-completes-move-to-panathinaikos/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 07:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-super-falcons-midfielder-completes-move-to-panathinaikos/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CAF Reaffirms Support For Infantino’s Re-Election Bid]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Executive Committee of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has unanimously reaffirmed its support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino following the withdrawal of his controversial private equity commercial proposal, providing a vital voting bloc ahead of the upcoming presidential election. The news will be welcomed by Infantino, with its 54 member nations now confirming [...]<br />
The post CAF Reaffirms Support For Infantino&rsquo;s Re-Election Bid appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/caf-reaffirms-support-for-infantinos-re-election-bid/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 07:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/caf-reaffirms-support-for-infantinos-re-election-bid/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Uganda Captain Owori Killed In Robbery Attack Near Home]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ugandan football community is mourning the tragic death of David Owori, the 27-year-old captain of Uganda Premier League club SC Villa, who was fatally assaulted by a group of robbers armed with paving stones near his residence in Kampala on Tuesday night, August 4, 2026. The attack took place in the Makindye division, a [...]<br />
The post Uganda Captain Owori Killed In Robbery Attack Near Home appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/uganda-captain-owori-killed-in-robbery-attack-near-home/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 07:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/uganda-captain-owori-killed-in-robbery-attack-near-home/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police Raid Korea FA Headquarters Over Naming Of Ex-Head Coach]]></title><description><![CDATA[South Korean police have raided the Korea Football Association offices in Seoul and Cheonan on Thursday, August 6, 2026. The raid is part of an ongoing probe into alleged irregularities and unfair interference in the 2024 hiring of former national team coach Hong Myung-bo. Read Also:Wenger Welcomes Decision To Ditch Infantino&rsquo;s Controversial World Cup Deal [...]<br />
The post Police Raid Korea FA Headquarters Over Naming Of Ex-Head Coach appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/police-raid-korea-fa-headquarters-over-naming-of-ex-head-coach/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 23:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/police-raid-korea-fa-headquarters-over-naming-of-ex-head-coach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CAFCL: Finidi Reacts To Rivers United’s FC San Pedro Draw, Cautions Against Complacency]]></title><description><![CDATA[Finidi George, Rivers United head coach, has reacted with mixed feelings to the Pride of Rivers&rsquo; Preliminary Round clash against Ivorian side FC San Pedro in the 2026/2027 CAF Champions League preliminary round, Completesports.com reports. On Thursday, CAF conducted the draw for the 2026/2027 edition of the competition, with Nigeria&rsquo;s representatives, Rangers International and Rivers [...]<br />
The post CAFCL: Finidi Reacts To Rivers United&rsquo;s FC San Pedro Draw, Cautions Against Comp]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/cafcl-finidi-reacts-to-rivers-uniteds-fc-san-pedro-draw-cautions-against-complacency/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 22:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/cafcl-finidi-reacts-to-rivers-uniteds-fc-san-pedro-draw-cautions-against-complacency/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons Bag $60,000 Goal Bonus For Egypt Win]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s Super Falcons have received a massive $60,000 goal bonus following their emphatic 6-2 victory over Egypt&rsquo;s Cleopatras in their final Group C fixture of the 2026 Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations, Completesports.com reports. Ahead of the tournament, the National Sports Commission, NSC, introduced a special performance-based incentive, promising the reigning African champions $5,000 for [...]<br />
The post WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons Bag $60,000 Goal Bonus For Egypt Win appeared]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-super-falcons-bag-60000-goal-bonus-for-egypt-win/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 22:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-super-falcons-bag-60000-goal-bonus-for-egypt-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[OFFICIAL: Vinicius End Arsenal Speculation, Agrees  New Six-Year Contract With Real Madrid]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brazil winger Vinicius Jr has agreed a new six-year contract with Real Madrid that will keep him at the Bernabeu until 2032. The 26-year-old had entered the final 12 months of his contract and attracted interest from Arsenal in recent weeks. However, Real Madrid announced on Thursday the two parties have agreed to extend his [...]<br />
The post OFFICIAL: Vinicius End Arsenal Speculation, AgreesNew Six-Year Contract With Real Madrid appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/official-vinicius-end-arsenal-speculation-agrees-new-six-year-contract-with-real-madrid/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 21:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/official-vinicius-end-arsenal-speculation-agrees-new-six-year-contract-with-real-madrid/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFU B U-20 Championship: Maikaba Reflects On Flying Eagles’ Win Over Cote d’Ivoire]]></title><description><![CDATA[Flying Eagles head coach Abdu Maikaba has reflected on his side&rsquo;s hard-fought semi-final victory over hosts C&ocirc;te d&rsquo;Ivoire at the 2026 WAFU B U-20 Championship. The defending champions edged past the hosts 4-3 on penalties after an enthralling 2-2 draw following extra time in Wednesday&rsquo;s semi-final clash. Speaking after the game, Maikaba praised his players&rsquo; [...]<br />
The post WAFU B U-20 Championship: Maikaba Reflects On Flying Eagles&rsquo; Win Over Cote d&rsquo;Ivoire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafu-b-u-20-championship-maikaba-reflects-on-flying-eagles-win-over-cote-divoire/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 21:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafu-b-u-20-championship-maikaba-reflects-on-flying-eagles-win-over-cote-divoire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hurzeler: Rutter and Kostoulas can step up for Brighton after Welbeck exit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fabian Hurzeler is backing Georginio Rutter and Charalampos Kostoulas to make their impact following Danny Welbeck's departure.<br />
Welbeck joined Chelsea on a two-year deal, having finished last season as Brighton's top scorer in all competitions with 14 goals in 40 appearances in all competitions.<br />
Midfielder Diego Gomez was the only other player to hit double figures (10), while Rutter (three) and Kostoulas (two) struggled for form in their limited appearances.<br />
Kostoulas, who scored a stunning ove]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/hurzeler-rutter-and-kostoulas-can-step-up-for-brighton-after-welbeck-exit/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 19:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/hurzeler-rutter-and-kostoulas-can-step-up-for-brighton-after-welbeck-exit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gittens feeling ‘more confident now’ at Chelsea]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jamie Gittens feels "more confident now" at Chelsea after recovering from a long-term hamstring injury.<br />
The 21-year-old joined Chelsea last summer, but made his last appearance on January 31 after suffering a hamstring injury in a win over West Ham.<br />
Gittens made 27 appearances for Chelsea last season after joining from Borussia Dortmund, though started only 12 of those matches, while scoring once and providing five assists.<br />
Despite his injury and lack of minutes, Gittens completed the fourth-mos]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/gittens-feeling-more-confident-now-at-chelsea/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 19:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/gittens-feeling-more-confident-now-at-chelsea/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Diomande fulfils ‘childhood dream’ with Real Madrid move]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yan Diomande says his move to Real Madrid is the "fulfilment of a childhood dream"&nbsp;as he said farewell to RB Leipzig.<br />
Madrid reached an agreement, reportedly worth up to &euro;140m including add-ons, with RB Leipzig on Thursday, with Diomande signing a seven-year deal with Los Blancos.<br />
He was the subject of huge interest from the likes of Paris Saint-Germain and Liverpool before Madrid emerged as his likely destination after just one year with Leipzig.<br />
The 19-year-old had made just 10 appea]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/diomande-fulfils-childhood-dream-with-real-madrid-move/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 19:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/diomande-fulfils-childhood-dream-with-real-madrid-move/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[OFFICIAL: Madrid Make Côte d’Ivoire’s Diomande Most Expensive African Player After £120m Transfer From Leipzig]]></title><description><![CDATA[Real Madrid have signed C&ocirc;te d&rsquo;Ivoire international Yan Diomande from RB Leipzig for a fee worth up to &pound;120m, BBC Sport reports. Diomande is now the most expensive African player, surpassing the &pound;72m Arsenal paid Lille for fellow C&ocirc;te d&rsquo;Ivoire international Nicolas Pepe in 2019. The 19-year-old winger has signed a seven-year contract and his [...]<br />
The post OFFICIAL: Madrid Make C&ocirc;te d&rsquo;Ivoire&rsquo;s Diomande Most Expensive African Player After &pou]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/official-madrid-make-cte-divoires-diomande-most-expensive-african-player-after-120m-transfer-from-leipzig/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 19:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/official-madrid-make-cte-divoires-diomande-most-expensive-african-player-after-120m-transfer-from-leipzig/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UEFA: We’ll Boycott World Cup If Infantino Refuses To Quit]]></title><description><![CDATA[UEFA has maintained its threat to boycott FIFA competitions and the World Cup unless FIFA President Gianni Infantino steps down. The European body insists that Infantino&rsquo;s apologies and a show of internal staff support change nothing, stating they have completely lost confidence in his leadership following an aborted plan to sell World Cup commercial stakes [...]<br />
The post UEFA: We&rsquo;ll Boycott World Cup If Infantino Refuses To Quit appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/uefa-well-boycott-world-cup-if-infantino-refuses-to-quit/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 19:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/uefa-well-boycott-world-cup-if-infantino-refuses-to-quit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prediction: Sparta Rotterdam vs Feyenoord]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two camps who will open the 2026/27 Eredivisie campaign on Sunday lunchtime, Feyenoord will travel to Sparta Rotterdam this weekend.<br />
With the rest of Europe&rsquo;s elite set to follow suit over the next fortnight and make their respective returns, there are plenty of eye-catching betting promotions available.<br />
Verdict: Goal to be scored in both halves<br />
Best Odds: 7/10<br />
Bookmaker:&nbsp;BetUS<br />
Sparta Rotterdam<br />
Starting with the hosts, limping their way over the finishing line last season and eventual]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prediction-sparta-rotterdam-vs-feyenoord/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 19:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prediction-sparta-rotterdam-vs-feyenoord/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fury Vs Joshua Fight Will Hold In November  –Warren]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tyson Fury&rsquo;s promoter, Frank Warren, has disclosed that he expects the heavyweight showdown between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua to take place in November. While initial plans pointed to Wembley Stadium in the UK, discussions over start times for a global audience have heavily linked the fight to a US venue, such as Madison Square [...]<br />
The post Fury Vs Joshua Fight Will Hold In November&ndash;Warren appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/fury-vs-joshua-fight-will-hold-in-november-warren/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 19:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/fury-vs-joshua-fight-will-hold-in-november-warren/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leipzig winger Nusa denies transfer request rumours]]></title><description><![CDATA[Antonio Nusa denied rumours suggesting he has handed in a transfer request at RB Leipzig.<br />
The 21-year-old joined Leipzig from Club Brugge in August 2024 and has gone on to score 10 goals and provide 10 assists in 71 games.<br />
Since his debut, Christoph Baumgartner (22 goals, 10 assists) is the only other Leipzig player to record 10+ goals and 10+ assists across all competitions.<br />
And across the last two Bundesliga seasons, Nusa ranks third for dribbles completed (107) and second for take-on ending c]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/leipzig-winger-nusa-denies-transfer-request-rumours/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 18:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/leipzig-winger-nusa-denies-transfer-request-rumours/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Forlan announced as Uruguay’s interim head coach]]></title><description><![CDATA[Diego Forlan has agreed to become Uruguay's head coach on an interim basis, following their dismal World Cup campaign this summer.&nbsp;<br />
Forlan, who will juggle his duties with his commitment to Uruguay's under-20 team, succeeds Marcelo Bielsa.&nbsp;<br />
The 47-year-old will&nbsp;be in charge for the national team's upcoming friendlies this autumn, before a permanent manager is appointed at the end of this year or the start of 2027.<br />
Forlan's appointment comes after Uruguay finished third in Group H]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/forlan-announced-as-uruguays-interim-head-coach/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 18:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/forlan-announced-as-uruguays-interim-head-coach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Carragher believes Salah is too good for Turkish Super Lig]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mohamed Salah's move to Trabzonspor came as a surprise to Jamie Carragher, as the former Liverpool centre-back believes the Egyptian is too good for the Turkish Super Lig.<br />
Salah penned a two-year contract with Trabzonspor on Thursday, bringing an end to weeks of speculation after he reached an agreement to end his contract with Liverpool early.<br />
After joining the Reds from Roma in 2017, Salah scored 257 goals in 442 games for the club, with only Ian Rush (346) and Roger Hunt (285) above him in th]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/carragher-believes-salah-is-too-good-for-turkish-super-lig/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 18:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/carragher-believes-salah-is-too-good-for-turkish-super-lig/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prediction: PSV vs Sittard]]></title><description><![CDATA[Officially getting the defence of their Eredivisie crown underway this weekend, PSV will welcome Sittard to the Phillips Stadion on Saturday night.<br />
With the rest of Europe&rsquo;s elite domestic leagues set to follow suit over the next fortnight and mark their respective returns, there are plenty of eye-catching betting promotions available this summer.<br />
Verdict: PSV win &amp; Both teams to score<br />
Best Odds: 7/5<br />
Bookmaker:&nbsp;1xBet<br />
PSV<br />
Starting with the hosts, embarking on what was a record-brea]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prediction-psv-vs-sittard/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 18:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prediction-psv-vs-sittard/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Argentina Declares July 15  National Football Teams Day To Celebrate World Cup 2026 Semifinal Win Over England]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina&rsquo;s Football Association unanimously approved for July 15 to be &lsquo;National Football Teams Day&rsquo; in commemoration of the Albiceleste&rsquo;s victory over England in the semifinals of the 2026 World Cup. Trailing 1-0 going into the 85th minute, Argentina rallied for a 2-1 victory over England to reach the final for the second successive World Cup. [...]<br />
The post Argentina Declares July 15National Football Teams Day To Celebrate World Cup 2026 Semifinal Win Over England appe]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/argentina-declares-july-15-national-football-teams-day-to-celebrate-world-cup-2026-semifinal-win-over-england/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 17:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/argentina-declares-july-15-national-football-teams-day-to-celebrate-world-cup-2026-semifinal-win-over-england/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Real Madrid agree big-money transfer for Diomande from Leipzig]]></title><description><![CDATA[Real Madrid have announced they have reached an agreement with RB Leipzig for the transfer of Yan Diomande.<br />
Diomande will sign a seven-year contract with Madrid through to June 2033, paying a reported &euro;125m, plus &euro;15m in add-ons.<br />
The 19-year-old emerged as a top target for several of Europe's biggest clubs after an impressive breakout campaign in 2025-26.<br />
The likes of Paris Saint-Germain and Liverpool were the first clubs linked with Diomande, before Madrid emerged as the front-runners]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/real-madrid-agree-big-money-transfer-for-diomande-from-leipzig/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 17:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/real-madrid-agree-big-money-transfer-for-diomande-from-leipzig/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bournemouth bolster defence with signing of Sevilla full-back Juanlu]]></title><description><![CDATA[Juanlu Sanchez said the attraction of playing in the "best league in the world" was the motivation behind his move to Premier League side Bournemouth.&nbsp;<br />
Juanlu's move to Bournemouth was officially confirmed on Thursday, with the Spaniard signing for a transfer fee that could rise up to &pound;11.2m inclusive of add-ons.&nbsp;<br />
The 22-year-old solves Bournemouth's problems at right-back, having allowed&nbsp;Alex Jimenez to join Fiorentina on loan for the 2026-27 campaign earlier this summer.&n]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/bournemouth-bolster-defence-with-signing-of-sevilla-full-back-juanlu/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 17:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/bournemouth-bolster-defence-with-signing-of-sevilla-full-back-juanlu/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gittens:  I’m Having A Perfect Time Under Alonso At Chelsea]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chelsea winger Jamie Gittens says he feels more confident under manager Xabi Alonso during pre-season preparations. In a chat with the club&rsquo;s website, he stated that his physical condition has improved and he feels a renewed sense of self-belief. Read Also:Mikel: Vinicius Is Using Arsenal To Get A Better Deal At Real Madrid The winger [...]<br />
The post Gittens:I&rsquo;m Having A Perfect Time Under Alonso At Chelsea appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/gittens-im-having-a-perfect-time-under-alonso-at-chelsea/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 15:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/gittens-im-having-a-perfect-time-under-alonso-at-chelsea/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CAF Champions League: Rangers, Rivers United Face Tough Draw]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigerian champions Rangers have been drawn against Benin Republic&rsquo;s AS Sobemap in the first preliminary round of the 2026/27 CAF Champions League. The Flying Antelopes will host the first leg in Ikenne before travelling to Benin for the return fixture. If they advance, Rangers will face either Niger Republic&rsquo;s ASN Nigelec or Algerian powerhouse MC [...]<br />
The post CAF Champions League: Rangers, Rivers United Face Tough Draw appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/caf-champions-league-rangers-rivers-united-face-tough-draw/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 15:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/caf-champions-league-rangers-rivers-united-face-tough-draw/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CAF Confederation Cup: Shooting Stars Draw CS Sfaxien, El-Kanemi Warriors To Face Guinea-Bissau’s UDIB]]></title><description><![CDATA[Shooting Stars have been drawn against Tunisian club CS Sfaxien in the first preliminary round of the 2026/27 CAF Confederation Cup. The Oluyole Warriors will host the first leg at the Remo Stars Sports Complex, Ikenne before travelling to Sfax for the return fixture. The winner of the tie will advance to the second preliminary [...]<br />
The post CAF Confederation Cup: Shooting Stars Draw CS Sfaxien, El-Kanemi Warriors To Face Guinea-Bissau&rsquo;s UDIB appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/caf-confederation-cup-shooting-stars-draw-cs-sfaxien-el-kanemi-warriors-to-face-guinea-bissaus-udib/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 14:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/caf-confederation-cup-shooting-stars-draw-cs-sfaxien-el-kanemi-warriors-to-face-guinea-bissaus-udib/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NPFL: Doma United Not Under Title Pressure Ahead Of 2026/27 Season — Ayeni]]></title><description><![CDATA[Deji Ayeni, Head Coach of newly promoted Doma United, has exclusively told Completesports.com that the club is not under pressure to win the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) title in the 2026/2027 season. Doma United Focused On Stability Rather Than Title Challenge Ayeni, a former Akwa United and Enyimba coach, said the club&rsquo;s immediate objective [...]<br />
The post NPFL: Doma United Not Under Title Pressure Ahead Of 2026/27 Season &mdash; Ayeni appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-doma-united-not-under-title-pressure-ahead-of-202627-season-ayeni/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 14:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-doma-united-not-under-title-pressure-ahead-of-202627-season-ayeni/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bewene Signs New Five-Year Deal At Baník Ostrava]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Eagles defender Abdullahi Bewene has signed a new five-year contract with Czech club Ban&iacute;k Ostrava. The new deal will keep the 21-year-old at the club until June 2031, ending speculation over his future. Bewene progressed through Ban&iacute;k Ostrava&rsquo;s youth academy and B team before earning promotion to the first team, where he has established [...]<br />
The post Bewene Signs New Five-Year Deal At Ban&iacute;k Ostrava appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/bewene-signs-new-five-year-deal-at-bank-ostrava/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 14:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/bewene-signs-new-five-year-deal-at-bank-ostrava/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Hungarian Champions Győri ETO FC Snap Up Balogun]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Super Eagles defender Leon Balogun has completed a free transfer to Hungarian champions Gy&#337;ri ETO FC. The experienced centre-back has signed a one-year contract with Efra&iacute;n Ju&aacute;rez&rsquo;s side after leaving Cypriot outfit Aris Limassol. Balogun featured in 22 matches for Aris Limassol last season, registering two goals and one assist. The 38-year-old began his [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Hungarian Champions Gy&#337;ri ETO FC Snap Up Balogun appeared first on Complete Spor]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-hungarian-champions-gyri-eto-fc-snap-up-balogun/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 12:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-hungarian-champions-gyri-eto-fc-snap-up-balogun/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Infantino Loses Moral Authority To Lead FIFA — By Ehi Braimah]]></title><description><![CDATA[There are moments in the life of every institution when the issue is no longer whether a leader can survive, but whether he still possesses the moral authority to lead. FIFA President Gianni Infantino has reached that moment. Infantino Faces Mounting Pressure Over FIFA Investment Proposal The controversy surrounding his now-shelved proposal to open FIFA&rsquo;s [...]<br />
The post Infantino Loses Moral Authority To Lead FIFA &mdash; By Ehi Braimah appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/infantino-loses-moral-authority-to-lead-fifa-by-ehi-braimah/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 11:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/infantino-loses-moral-authority-to-lead-fifa-by-ehi-braimah/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[22Bet Unveils Football Legend Daniel Amokachi As Pan-African Brand Ambassador]]></title><description><![CDATA[Partnership set to support football culture, local communities, and responsible engagement across Africa 22Bet Nigeria today officially unveiled Nigerian football legend Daniel Amokachi as its Pan-African Brand Ambassador at a press event held at BON Hotels, GRA Ikeja, Lagos. The appointment marks a significant step in 22Bet&rsquo;s commitment to celebrating African football culture and contributing [...]<br />
The post 22Bet Unveils Football Legend Daniel Amokachi As Pan-African Brand Ambassador appe]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/22bet-unveils-football-legend-daniel-amokachi-as-pan-african-brand-ambassador/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 10:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/22bet-unveils-football-legend-daniel-amokachi-as-pan-african-brand-ambassador/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFU B U-20 Championship: Flying Eagles To Face Burkina Faso In Final]]></title><description><![CDATA[Defending champions Nigeria&rsquo;s Flying Eagles will take on Burkina Faso in the final of the WAFU B U-20 Championship, Completesports.com reports. The showdown will be a rematch of their Group B meeting, where the Young Stallions secured a 2-0 victory over the Flying Eagles. Nigeria booked their place in the final after defeating hosts C&ocirc;te [...]<br />
The post WAFU B U-20 Championship: Flying Eagles To Face Burkina Faso In Final appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafu-b-u-20-championship-flying-eagles-to-face-burkina-faso-in-final/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 10:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafu-b-u-20-championship-flying-eagles-to-face-burkina-faso-in-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria Must Build On Sustainable Structures For Long Term Success  –Olofinjana]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Super Eagles midfielder Seyi Olofinjana stated that Nigeria must use consecutive World Cup absences to build sustainable administrative structures, establish a clear playing identity, and prioritize professional competence over sentiment when appointing football leaders for long-term success. Recall that Nigeria has made six appearances at the FIFA World Cup since making a memorable debut [...]<br />
The post Nigeria Must Build On Sustainable Structures For Long Term Success&ndash;Olofinjana ap]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nigeria-must-build-on-sustainable-structures-for-long-term-success-olofinjana/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 09:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nigeria-must-build-on-sustainable-structures-for-long-term-success-olofinjana/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons Need To Step Up Their Performance  —Udeze Warns]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Nigeria international Ifeanyi Udeze has warned the Super Falcons to step up their performance despite qualifying for the WAFCON 2026 quarterfinals. The Super Falcons booked their place in the last eight after a dominant 6-2 win against Egypt in their final Group C match on Wednesday. Goals from Asisat Oshoala (penalty) Gift Monday, Uchenna [...]<br />
The post WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons Need To Step Up Their Performance&mdash;Udeze Warns appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-super-falcons-need-to-step-up-their-performance-udeze-warns/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 08:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-super-falcons-need-to-step-up-their-performance-udeze-warns/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFU B U-17 Championship: Golden Eaglets Coach Eboboritse Invites 62 Players To Camp]]></title><description><![CDATA[Golden Eaglets head coach Uwejamomere Eboboritse has called up a total of 62 players to the camp as the team commences its screening and training programmes ahead of this year&rsquo;s WAFU B U-17 Championship. The list is made up of five goalkeepers, 18 defenders, 20 midfielders and 19 forwards. The players have been advised to [...]<br />
The post WAFU B U-17 Championship: Golden Eaglets Coach Eboboritse Invites 62 Players To Camp appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafu-b-u-17-championship-golden-eaglets-coach-eboboritse-invites-62-players-to-camp/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 07:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafu-b-u-17-championship-golden-eaglets-coach-eboboritse-invites-62-players-to-camp/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mikel: Vinicius Is Using Arsenal To Get A Better Deal At Real Madrid]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Chelsea midfielder Mikel Obi has disclosed that Vin&iacute;cius Jr. will not join Arsenal because the Brazilian winger is using the club as leverage to secure a more lucrative contract renewal with Real Madrid. Speaking on his podcast, The Obi One Podcast, Mikel insisted he is 100% sure the forward is not leaving Spain. Read [...]<br />
The post Mikel: Vinicius Is Using Arsenal To Get A Better Deal At Real Madrid appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/mikel-vinicius-is-using-arsenal-to-get-a-better-deal-at-real-madrid/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 07:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/mikel-vinicius-is-using-arsenal-to-get-a-better-deal-at-real-madrid/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Guimaeraes Completes Medical At Arsenal Ahead £75m Move]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bruno Guimaraes has completed a medical at Arsenal ahead of signing a four-year contract, the newest report has claimed, SportsMole reports. The Gunners did not enjoy the best of evenings in Ireland on Wednesday given they suffered a 3-1 defeat to Real Betis, though gaining fitness was the most important aspect of the game. Mikel [...]<br />
The post Guimaeraes Completes Medical At Arsenal Ahead &pound;75m Move appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/guimaeraes-completes-medical-at-arsenal-ahead-75m-move/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 07:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/guimaeraes-completes-medical-at-arsenal-ahead-75m-move/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Carragher Questions Salah’s Decision To Join Trabzonspor]]></title><description><![CDATA[Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher has questioned Mohamed Salah&rsquo;s surprise move to Turkish club Trabzonspor, stating that the winger is too good for Turkey and should have targeted a top-tier European club like AC Milan or Juventus instead. Recall that the Egyptian international left Liverpool at the end of last season after nine years on Merseyside [...]<br />
The post Carragher Questions Salah&rsquo;s Decision To Join Trabzonspor appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/carragher-questions-salahs-decision-to-join-trabzonspor/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 07:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/carragher-questions-salahs-decision-to-join-trabzonspor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Everton Sign Norgaard From Arsenal On Two-Year Deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Everton have completed the signing of Christian N&oslash;rgaard from Arsenal on a two-year deal for an undisclosed fee. The Toffees announced Norgaard&rsquo;s signing in a statement on Wednesday. &ldquo;The defensive midfielder, who boasts a wealth of leadership and playing experience &ndash; including 41 caps for Denmark and a Premier League winners&rsquo; medal with the Gunners [...]<br />
The post Everton Sign Norgaard From Arsenal On Two-Year Deal appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/everton-sign-norgaard-from-arsenal-on-two-year-deal/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 07:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/everton-sign-norgaard-from-arsenal-on-two-year-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons’ Rating Player-By-Player In Big Win Over Egypt]]></title><description><![CDATA[Following the Super Falcons&rsquo; emphatic 6-2 victory over the Cleopatras of Egypt in their final group-stage match at the 2026 Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations, Completesports.com&rsquo;s ADEBOYE AMOSU rates the performances of the players. Chiamaka Nnadozie 5/10 The goalkeeper enjoyed a relatively quiet outing but was unable to keep a clean sheet, conceding twice to [...]<br />
The post WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons&rsquo; Rating Player-By-Player In Big Win Over Egypt appeared first on Complete Sp]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-super-falcons-rating-player-by-player-in-big-win-over-egypt/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 02:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-super-falcons-rating-player-by-player-in-big-win-over-egypt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026: Babajide Praises Super Falcons Teammates After 6-2 Thrashing Of Egypt]]></title><description><![CDATA[Omorinsola Babajide has praised her Super Falcons teammates following their thrashing of Egypt in their final Group C match of the WAFCON 2026 on Wednesday. Babajide was the star of the contest as she provided two assists to help her side secure the important win and also progress to the quarterfinals. She set up Gift [...]<br />
The post WAFCON 2026: Babajide Praises Super Falcons Teammates After 6-2 Thrashing Of Egypt appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-babajide-praises-super-falcons-teammates-after-6-2-thrashing-of-egypt/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 01:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-babajide-praises-super-falcons-teammates-after-6-2-thrashing-of-egypt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026: Lawal Lauds Super Falcons’ Fighting Spirit In Win Against Egypt]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Nigerian international Oladimeji Lawal has praised the Super Falcons&rsquo;s qualification to the quarter-finals after edging Egypt 6-2 in the ongoing 2026 Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. Nigeria took the lead through Asisat Oshoala&rsquo;s 21st-minute penalty and doubled their advantage through Gift Monday before Egypt reduced the deficit from the penalty spot deep [...]<br />
The post WAFCON 2026: Lawal Lauds Super Falcons&rsquo; Fighting Spirit In Win Against Egypt appeared f]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-lawal-lauds-super-falcons-fighting-spirit-in-win-against-egypt/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 01:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-lawal-lauds-super-falcons-fighting-spirit-in-win-against-egypt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026: Babajide Wins Player Of The Match Award In Nigeria’s Win Against Egypt]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Falcons star Rinsola Babajide has been named the Player of the Match after Nigeria&rsquo;s 6-2 win against Egypt in the ongoing 2026 Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. She registered two crucial assists as the Super Falcons cruised into the WAFCON quarter-finals. Read Also:WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons Thrash Egypt 6-2 To Qualify For [...]<br />
The post WAFCON 2026: Babajide Wins Player Of The Match Award In Nigeria&rsquo;s Win Against Egypt appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-babajide-wins-player-of-the-match-award-in-nigerias-win-against-egypt/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-babajide-wins-player-of-the-match-award-in-nigerias-win-against-egypt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons Thrash Egypt 6-2 To Qualify For Quarterfinals Alongside Malawi As Zambia Crash Out]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s Super Falcons have qualified for the quarterfinals of the Women&rsquo;s African Cup of Nations (WAFCON) after hammering Egypt 6-2, in their final Group C game on Wednesday.<br />
The post WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons Thrash Egypt 6-2 To Qualify For Quarterfinals Alongside Malawi As Zambia Crash Out appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-super-falcons-thrash-egypt-6-2-to-qualify-for-quarterfinals-alongside-malawi-as-zambia-crash-out/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-super-falcons-thrash-egypt-6-2-to-qualify-for-quarterfinals-alongside-malawi-as-zambia-crash-out/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Egypt Vs Nigeria Live Blogging – WAFCON 2026 (Group C, Matchday 3)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Completesports.com&rsquo;s Live Blogging of the Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations &ndash; WAFCON 2026 Group C matchday 3 clash between the Female Pharaohs of Egypt and the Super Falcons of Nigeria at the Olympic Stadium Rabat.<br />
The post Egypt Vs Nigeria Live Blogging &ndash; WAFCON 2026 (Group C, Matchday 3) appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/egypt-vs-nigeria-live-blogging-wafcon-2026-group-c-matchday-3/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 21:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/egypt-vs-nigeria-live-blogging-wafcon-2026-group-c-matchday-3/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ronaldo Shows Off Stunning Supercar Collection]]></title><description><![CDATA[Al Nassr star Cristiano Ronaldo has shared a look at his multi-million-dollar supercar garage on social media, captioning the photos &ldquo;My toys.&rdquo; His massive collection includes rare hypercars like a Bugatti Centodieci, multiple Ferraris, and a McLaren Senna, with an estimated total value exceeding &pound;22 million. Read Also:Why I Am Addicted To Smoking &ndash;Szcz&#281;sny Recall [...]<br />
The post Ronaldo Shows Off Stunning Supercar Collection appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ronaldo-shows-off-stunning-supercar-collection/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 19:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ronaldo-shows-off-stunning-supercar-collection/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFU B U-20 Championship: Flying Eagles Edge Côte d’Ivoire On Penalties To Reach Final]]></title><description><![CDATA[Goalkeeper Lawani Clinton emerged as the hero as Nigeria&rsquo;s Flying Eagles secured a place in the final of the WAFU B U-20 Championship after defeating hosts C&ocirc;te d&rsquo;Ivoire 4-3 on penalties. The thrilling semi-final finished 2-2 after extra time, forcing the contest into a penalty shootout. C&ocirc;te d&rsquo;Ivoire made a bright start and deservedly took [...]<br />
The post WAFU B U-20 Championship: Flying Eagles Edge C&ocirc;te d&rsquo;Ivoire On Penalties To Reach Final appeared firs]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafu-b-u-20-championship-flying-eagles-edge-cte-divoire-on-penalties-to-reach-final/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 19:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafu-b-u-20-championship-flying-eagles-edge-cte-divoire-on-penalties-to-reach-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Figo Calls For Infantino’s Resignation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Portugal legend Lu&iacute;s Figo has called for FIFA President Gianni Infantino to resign, slamming his controversial attempt to sell World Cup stakes to private equity as deceitful self-interest. This follows a wave of backlash, lost support from national federations, and scrutiny surrounding FIFA leadership. Read Also:Wenger Welcomes Decision To Ditch Infantino&rsquo;s Controversial World Cup Deal [...]<br />
The post Figo Calls For Infantino&rsquo;s Resignation appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/figo-calls-for-infantinos-resignation/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 17:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/figo-calls-for-infantinos-resignation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pre-Season: Chelsea Lose Again After 1-0 Defeat To Juventus]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chelsea continued their preparations for the 2026-27 campaign with a 1-0 defeat to Italian giants Juventus in a pre-season friendly on Wednesday, a Sports Mole reports. Edon Zhegrova netted the only goal of the contest in the 68th minute, with the 27-year-old&rsquo;s excellent strike proving to be the difference between the two sides. It is [...]<br />
The post Pre-Season: Chelsea Lose Again After 1-0 Defeat To Juventus appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/pre-season-chelsea-lose-again-after-1-0-defeat-to-juventus/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 16:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/pre-season-chelsea-lose-again-after-1-0-defeat-to-juventus/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026: We Won’t Be Intimidated  By Super Falcons — Egypt Captain Ali]]></title><description><![CDATA[Egypt captain Mahira Ali has declared that the Cleopatras are determined to make a strong statement when they face defending champions Nigeria in their final Group C fixture at the 2026 Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations on Wednesday night. Mohammed Jamal&rsquo;s side head into the contest on the back of defeats to Zambia&rsquo;s Copper Queens [...]<br />
The post WAFCON 2026: We Won&rsquo;t Be IntimidatedBy Super Falcons &mdash; Egypt Captain Ali appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-we-wont-be-intimidated-by-super-falcons-egypt-captain-ali/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 16:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-we-wont-be-intimidated-by-super-falcons-egypt-captain-ali/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Osimhen Is The Ideal Striker To Replace Lewandowski  –Iniesta Tells Barca]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Barcelona midfielder Andr&eacute;s Iniesta has advised his former club to sign Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen as the ideal long-term successor to Robert Lewandowski. The Catalan giants are in the market for a new centre-forward following Lewandowski&rsquo;s departure to Major League Soccer side Chicago Fire earlier this summer. Read Also:WAFCON 2026: Egypt Coach Braces [...]<br />
The post Osimhen Is The Ideal Striker To Replace Lewandowski&ndash;Iniesta Tells Barca appeared first on Compl]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/osimhen-is-the-ideal-striker-to-replace-lewandowski-iniesta-tells-barca/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 16:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/osimhen-is-the-ideal-striker-to-replace-lewandowski-iniesta-tells-barca/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arsenal Boost As Vinicius Junior Rejects Real Madrid Offer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Vinicius Junior has reportedly rejected the offer Real Madrid have just made, with the chances of Arsenal completing the biggest signing in their history soaring, talkSPORT reports. The future of Vinicius Junior is coming to a crossroads. Talks are being held this week between the Brazilian, his camp and Real Madrid. The purpose of the [...]<br />
The post Arsenal Boost As Vinicius Junior Rejects Real Madrid Offer appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arsenal-boost-as-vinicius-junior-rejects-real-madrid-offer/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 15:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arsenal-boost-as-vinicius-junior-rejects-real-madrid-offer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 124: Vinicius Jnr./Real Madrid Contract Saga]]></title><description><![CDATA[Real Madrid have offered Vin&iacute;cius J&uacute;nior an improved contract worth around &euro;22 million per year, but the Brazilian winger has turned it down. With his current deal expiring in June 2027, a significant gap remains between the club&rsquo;s offer and his &euro;30 million annual demands, drawing strong interest from Arsenal. Vinicius currently earns around &euro;17.5 [...]<br />
The post SPORTS PLANET Podcast&hellip;EPISODE 124: Vinicius Jnr./Real Madrid Contract Saga appeared first on]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sports-planet-podcastepisode-124-vinicius-jnrreal-madrid-contract-saga/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 15:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sports-planet-podcastepisode-124-vinicius-jnrreal-madrid-contract-saga/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[De Zerbi wants silverware at the end of Tottenham ‘journey’]]></title><description><![CDATA[Roberto De Zerbi feels his Tottenham journey will only be complete if he leads the club to a trophy, and to get there, he believes they must go after more "top players".<br />
Spurs have been busy in the transfer market ahead of their first full season under De Zerbi, having narrowly avoided a humiliating drop from the Premier League in 2025-26.<br />
They have spent over &pound;230m to bring in Sandro Tonali, Mateus Fernandes and Jan Paul van Hecke, while Marcos Senesi, Andy Robertson and Martin Dubravka h]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/de-zerbi-wants-silverware-at-the-end-of-tottenham-journey/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 14:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/de-zerbi-wants-silverware-at-the-end-of-tottenham-journey/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cape Verde World Cup hero Vozinha had ‘no doubts’ over Colo-Colo move]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cape Verde star Vozinha&nbsp;had "no doubts" about joining Colo-Colo once he learned about the club's interest in signing him.<br />
The 40-year-old was unveiled by the Chilean club on Tuesday after the goalkeeper joined as a free agent.<br />
Vozinha rose to fame at the 2026 World Cup, starring for Cape Verde as they reached the round of 32 before suffering a&nbsp;dramatic extra-time defeat to Argentina.<br />
Vozinha became the oldest goalkeeper to keep a clean sheet on his World Cup debut, making seven saves a]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/cape-verde-world-cup-hero-vozinha-had-no-doubts-over-colo-colo-move/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 14:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/cape-verde-world-cup-hero-vozinha-had-no-doubts-over-colo-colo-move/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026: Egypt Coach Braces For Tough Super Falcons Test]]></title><description><![CDATA[Egypt head coach Mohamed Kamal has acknowledged the daunting task awaiting his side against Nigeria&rsquo;s Super Falcons ahead of their final Group C clash at the 2026 Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations on Wednesday night. The Cleopatras have endured a disappointing campaign, suffering a crushing 6-0 defeat to Zambia in their opening fixture before falling [...]<br />
The post WAFCON 2026: Egypt Coach Braces For Tough Super Falcons Test appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-egypt-coach-braces-for-tough-super-falcons-test/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 14:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-egypt-coach-braces-for-tough-super-falcons-test/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prediction: Austin FC vs Tijuana]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two camps who will open their respective Leagues Cup adventures in the early hours of Friday, Austin will welcome Tijuana to Texas.<br />
With Europe&rsquo;s elite domestic leagues set to officially make their returns over the next fortnight, there are plenty of eye-catching betting promotions available.<br />
Verdict: Goal to be scored in both halves<br />
Best Odds: 7/10<br />
Bookmaker:&nbsp;1xBet<br />
Austin FC<br />
Starting with the hosts, while Austin might have marked their return from the World Cup interval with a thumpi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prediction-austin-fc-vs-tijuana/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prediction-austin-fc-vs-tijuana/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Diomande returns to Leipzig training with Madrid move not yet finalised]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yan Diomande has returned to pre-season training with his RB Leipzig team-mates following a bout of illness, with his big-money transfer to Real Madrid yet to be finalised.<br />
Diomande emerged as a top target for several of Europe's biggest clubs after a breakout campaign in 2025-26, when Leipzig finished third in the Bundesliga.<br />
The 19-year-old contributed to 22 goals in 36 games across all competitions for Leipzig last season (13 goals, nine assists).&nbsp;<br />
In the German top flight, he led all pl]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/diomande-returns-to-leipzig-training-with-madrid-move-not-yet-finalised/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/diomande-returns-to-leipzig-training-with-madrid-move-not-yet-finalised/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[From Lagos To Kuala Lumpur: How The Premier League Became The World’s Shared Betting Language]]></title><description><![CDATA[When the 2026-27 Premier League season kicks off on August 15, the opening whistle will not just echo through stadiums in England. It will land in viewing centres in Surulere, mamak restaurants in Kuala Lumpur, sports bars in Johannesburg, and living rooms from Manila to Mumbai. The EPL long ago stopped being an English competition [...]<br />
The post From Lagos To Kuala Lumpur: How The Premier League Became The World&rsquo;s Shared Betting Language appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/from-lagos-to-kuala-lumpur-how-the-premier-league-became-the-worlds-shared-betting-language/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/from-lagos-to-kuala-lumpur-how-the-premier-league-became-the-worlds-shared-betting-language/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[7 Construction Safety Services Every NYC Contractor Should Know About]]></title><description><![CDATA[Construction projects in New York City require more than skilled labor and careful planning. Contractors must also navigate OSHA regulations, NYC Department of Buildings (DOB) requirements, Local Laws, and ever-changing site conditions. Having the right safety measures in place can help reduce workplace risks, improve compliance, and keep projects moving forward. Construction safety consulting firms [...]<br />
The post 7 Construction Safety Services Every NYC Contractor Should Know About appeared fir]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/7-construction-safety-services-every-nyc-contractor-should-know-about/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/7-construction-safety-services-every-nyc-contractor-should-know-about/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prediction: Portland Timbers vs Puebla]]></title><description><![CDATA[Turning their attention to Leagues Cup duties in the early hours of Friday, Portland will welcome Puebla to Providence Park.<br />
With Europe&rsquo;s elite domestic leagues set to make their return over the next fortnight, there are plenty of attractive betting promotions available.<br />
Verdict: Portland Timbers win<br />
Best Odds: 7/10<br />
Bookmaker:&nbsp;BetUS<br />
Portland Timbers<br />
Starting with the hosts, while Portland might have found themselves at the heart of a real nightmare when opening up the 2026 campaign,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prediction-portland-timbers-vs-puebla/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prediction-portland-timbers-vs-puebla/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SHR Miner Has Launched A Free Cloud Mining Service For Holders Of BTC, XRP,  And ETH, Offering Daily Earnings Of $10,700 Or More]]></title><description><![CDATA[As cryptocurrency gains increasing global popularity, more and more investors are looking for ways to generate steady passive income without the need for expensive equipment or specialized skills. SHRMiner&rsquo;s new free mining service enables holders of BTC, XRP, and ETH to easily earn passive income without requiring costly hardware or technical expertise. In the rapidly [...]<br />
The post SHR Miner Has Launched A Free Cloud Mining Service For Holders Of BTC, XRP,And ETH, Offering Daily Earnings]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/shr-miner-has-launched-a-free-cloud-mining-service-for-holders-of-btc-xrp-and-eth-offering-daily-earnings-of-10700-or-more/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/shr-miner-has-launched-a-free-cloud-mining-service-for-holders-of-btc-xrp-and-eth-offering-daily-earnings-of-10700-or-more/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rangers sign Japanese winger Yokota from Hannover]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rangers have completed a &pound;2.75m (&euro;3.2m) deal to sign Japanese winger Daisuke Yokota from 2. Bundesliga club Hannover.<br />
Yokota has spent the last two seasons in Germany's second tier, representing Kaiserslautern in 2024-25 before moving to Hannover &ndash; initially on loan &ndash; last summer.<br />
He scored five goals and supplied four assists in 30 league appearances &ndash; 19 of which were starts &ndash; last term as Hannover finished fourth, narrowly missing out on a place in the promo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/rangers-sign-japanese-winger-yokota-from-hannover/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/rangers-sign-japanese-winger-yokota-from-hannover/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ivory Coast confirm Renard return 11 years after AFCON success]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ivory Coast have reappointed Herve Renard as their head coach&nbsp;after exiting this year's World Cup in the round of 32.<br />
The&nbsp;Ivorian Football Federation (FIF) neglected to give Emerse Fae &ndash; who led them to Africa Cup of Nations glory in 2024 after taking over mid-tournament &ndash; a new contract when his deal expired on July 31.<br />
Fae had also led Ivory Coast into the knockout stages of this year's World Cup, though they were beaten 2-1 by Norway after qualifying from Group E in seco]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ivory-coast-confirm-renard-return-11-years-after-afcon-success/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ivory-coast-confirm-renard-return-11-years-after-afcon-success/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prediction: Zalgiris Vilnius vs Hajduk Split]]></title><description><![CDATA[Zalgiris Vilnius and Hajduk Split will meet in Vilnius on Thursday evening, as the two sides begin their 2026/27 UEFA Conference League third qualifying round tie.<br />
Zalgiris reached this stage after a huge comeback against Dinamo Tbilisi, while Hajduk dropped into this competition after their Europa League collapse against Pafos FC.<br />
Verdict: Hajduk Split to winBest odds: 97/100Bookmaker: 1xBet<br />
Zalgiris Vilnius<br />
Zalgiris comes into this match with confidence, and there is an obvious reason for that]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prediction-zalgiris-vilnius-vs-hajduk-split/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prediction-zalgiris-vilnius-vs-hajduk-split/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Moffi Attracts Interest From Bundesliga Club]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bundesliga side Hamburger SV have emerged as the latest club interested in signing Nigerian striker Terem Moffi from Ligue 1 outfit OGC Nice this summer. Moffi returned to Nice after spending the second half of last season on loan at Portuguese champions FC Porto. The 27-year-old is widely expected to leave the French club before [...]<br />
The post Moffi Attracts Interest From Bundesliga Club appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/moffi-attracts-interest-from-bundesliga-club/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 11:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/moffi-attracts-interest-from-bundesliga-club/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lee ‘really eager’ to get started with Atletico]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lee Kang-in revealed he is "really eager" to get started at Atletico Madrid, though he cannot join his team-mates for pre-season yet due to administrative issues.<br />
The South Korea international joined Atleti on a five-year deal following a reported &euro;40m switch from Paris Saint-Germain.<br />
Lee won a total of 12 trophies with PSG, including three Ligue 1 titles and back-to-back Champions Leagues over the past two seasons.<br />
He became just the second South Korean player to win the Champions League,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/lee-really-eager-to-get-started-with-atletico/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 11:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/lee-really-eager-to-get-started-with-atletico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prediction: Chicago Fire vs Necaxa]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two camps who will get their respective Leagues Cup adventures underway in the early hours of Friday, Chicago will welcome Necaxa to Soldier Field.<br />
With Europe&rsquo;s elite domestic leagues set to officially make their returns over the next fortnight, there are plenty of attractive betting promotions available.<br />
Verdict: Chicago Fire win<br />
Best Odds: 2/3<br />
Bookmaker:&nbsp;BetUS<br />
Chicago Fire<br />
Starting with the hosts, claiming what was a much-welcomed boost last time out, Chicago will be desperate to n]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prediction-chicago-fire-vs-necaxa/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 11:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prediction-chicago-fire-vs-necaxa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arsenal Set To Complete Move For Guimaeraes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal are set to complete their protracted move for Newcastle United captain Bruno Guimaraes, BBC Sport reports. BBC Sport reported on 30 July that Guimaraes was expected to move to the Premier League champions following a breakthrough in talks. And a full agreement is now almost done, with Guimaraes waiting for permission to leave Newcastle&rsquo;s [...]<br />
The post Arsenal Set To Complete Move For Guimaeraes appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arsenal-set-to-complete-move-for-guimaeraes/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 10:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arsenal-set-to-complete-move-for-guimaeraes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arsenal Set To Complete £75m Move For Guimaeraes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal are set to complete their protracted &pound;75 million move for Newcastle United captain Bruno Guimaraes, BBC Sport reports. BBC Sport reported on 30 July that Guimaraes was expected to move to the Premier League champions following a breakthrough in talks. And a full agreement is now almost done, with Guimaraes waiting for permission to [...]<br />
The post Arsenal Set To Complete &pound;75m Move For Guimaeraes appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arsenal-set-to-complete-75m-move-for-guimaeraes/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 10:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arsenal-set-to-complete-75m-move-for-guimaeraes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Owerri To Host NNL Annual General Meeting]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria National League,NNL, has announced Owerri, Imo State, as the host city for its 2026/2027 Annual General Meeting,AGM. The league&rsquo;s Chief Operating Officer ,COO, Danlami Alanana, disclosed that the Executive Governor of Imo State, Hope Uzodimma, has approved the hosting of the 17th NNL AGM in the Eastern Heartland. &ldquo;We are delighted that the [...]<br />
The post Owerri To Host NNL Annual General Meeting appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/owerri-to-host-nnl-annual-general-meeting/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 08:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/owerri-to-host-nnl-annual-general-meeting/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026: We Know What Is At Stake  —Ohale Speaks Ahead Egypt Clash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Falcons veteran defender Osinachi Ohale she and her teammates know what is at stake in today&rsquo;s crucial WAFCON 2016 Group C clash with Egypt. The Super Falcons got their campaign back on track after a hardfought 1-0 win against Zambia in their second group fixture. Asisat Oshoala&rsquo;s first half strike was enough to secure [...]<br />
The post WAFCON 2026: We Know What Is At Stake&mdash;Ohale Speaks Ahead Egypt Clash appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-we-know-what-is-at-stake-ohale-speaks-ahead-egypt-clash/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 08:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-we-know-what-is-at-stake-ohale-speaks-ahead-egypt-clash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Super Eagles Goalkeeper Completes Move to Tanzanian Club Gold Geita FC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigerian goalkeeper Kayode Bankole has completed a move to Tanzanian Premier League side Gold Geita FC on a free transfer, reports Completesports.com. The 23-year-old signed a one-year contract with the newly promoted club after parting ways with South African Premier Soccer League outfit TS Galaxy. Bankole joined TS Galaxy in 2025 after his contract with [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Super Eagles Goalkeeper Completes Move to Tanzanian Club Gold Geita FC appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-super-eagles-goalkeeper-completes-move-to-tanzanian-club-gold-geita-fc/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 07:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-super-eagles-goalkeeper-completes-move-to-tanzanian-club-gold-geita-fc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wenger Welcomes Decision To Ditch Infantino’s Controversial World Cup Deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Arsenal manager Ars&egrave;ne Wenger has distanced himself from FIFA president Gianni Infantino&rsquo;s scrapped plan to sell private stakes in FIFA competitions, stating he had no involvement and first learned of it via media reports. Wenger stated that the controversial privatization strategy fell completely outside his remit as FIFA&rsquo;s chief of global football development and [...]<br />
The post Wenger Welcomes Decision To Ditch Infantino&rsquo;s Controversial World Cup Deal appeared f]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wenger-welcomes-decision-to-ditch-infantinos-controversial-world-cup-deal/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 07:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wenger-welcomes-decision-to-ditch-infantinos-controversial-world-cup-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trabzonspor Set To Sign Salah]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah is on the verge of a surprise free-agent move to Turkish S&uuml;per Lig club Trabzonspor, after negotiations and an impending arrival in Turkey were officially confirmed by the club. Initial rumours heavily linked him to fellow Turkish side Be&#351;ikta&#351;, but those talks broke down over financial and structural disagreements. Read [...]<br />
The post Trabzonspor Set To Sign Salah appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/trabzonspor-set-to-sign-salah/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 06:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/trabzonspor-set-to-sign-salah/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026: South Africa Defeat Burkina Faso, Set Up Quarterfinal Clash With Morocco]]></title><description><![CDATA[South Africa have booked their place in the Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) quarter-finals after beating Burkina Faso 1-0 in Casablanca on Tuesday courtesy of a Thembi Kgatlana winner, ESPN reports. The win means South Africa will take on hosts Morocco in the quarterfinals. The last time the two teams clashed in the competition [...]<br />
The post WAFCON 2026: South Africa Defeat Burkina Faso, Set Up Quarterfinal Clash With Morocco appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-south-africa-defeat-burkina-faso-set-up-quarterfinal-clash-with-morocco/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-south-africa-defeat-burkina-faso-set-up-quarterfinal-clash-with-morocco/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pre-Season: Bournemouth Thrash Nine-Time Serie A Champions 10-1]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bournemouth continued their pre-season preparation with a 10-1 victory over nine-time Italian Serie A side, Genoa the Cherries reports. Justin Kluivert netted a hat-trick, while there were goals for Alex Scott (2), Enes &Uuml;nal (2), Daniel Jebbison, David Brooks and Malcom Dacosta Gonzalez. The win made it three on the bounce for Marco Rose&rsquo;s side [...]<br />
The post Pre-Season: Bournemouth Thrash Nine-Time Serie A Champions 10-1 appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/pre-season-bournemouth-thrash-nine-time-serie-a-champions-10-1/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/pre-season-bournemouth-thrash-nine-time-serie-a-champions-10-1/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFU B U-20 Championship: Maikaba Targets Improved Flying Eagles Display Against Côte d’Ivoire]]></title><description><![CDATA[Flying Eagles head coach Abdu Maikaba has assured fans that his side will deliver a much-improved performance when they face hosts C&ocirc;te d&rsquo;Ivoire in the semi-finals of the WAFU B U-20 Championship. The defending champions will take on the Young Elephants at the Stade Charles Konan Banny in Yamoussoukro on Wednesday, with a place in [...]<br />
The post WAFU B U-20 Championship: Maikaba Targets Improved Flying Eagles Display Against C&ocirc;te d&rsquo;Ivoire appeared first on Complete Sports]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafu-b-u-20-championship-maikaba-targets-improved-flying-eagles-display-against-cte-divoire/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 22:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafu-b-u-20-championship-maikaba-targets-improved-flying-eagles-display-against-cte-divoire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-Premier League Referee Taylor Lands New Job In Turkey]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Turkish Football Federation has appointed former World Cup and Premier League referee Anthony Taylor as its new director of elite refereeing. The 47-year-old Englishman took on this strategic role following his retirement from officiating after a 20-year career. Read Also:Glasgow 2026: Tinubu Hails Team Nigeria&rsquo;s Outstanding Performance Taylor retired last month following a 22-year [...]<br />
The post Ex-Premier League Referee Taylor Lands New Job In Turkey appeared first on Complete Sports]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ex-premier-league-referee-taylor-lands-new-job-in-turkey/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 21:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ex-premier-league-referee-taylor-lands-new-job-in-turkey/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026: We’ve Done All  Permutations On What Can Get Us Through To Quarterfinal —Madugu Speaks Ahead Egypt Clash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Falcons head coach Justin Madugu has said his team has done all the permutations they need to qualify for the WAFCON 2026 quarterfinals, completesports.com reports. The Super Falcons will face Egypt in their final Group C clash and need the three points to go through. After a shock 3-2 loss to debutants Malawi in [...]<br />
The post WAFCON 2026: We&rsquo;ve Done AllPermutations On What Can Get Us Through To Quarterfinal &mdash;Madugu Speaks Ahead Egypt Clash appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-weve-done-all-permutations-on-what-can-get-us-through-to-quarterfinal-madugu-speaks-ahead-egypt-clash/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 21:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-weve-done-all-permutations-on-what-can-get-us-through-to-quarterfinal-madugu-speaks-ahead-egypt-clash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘Time To Say Goodbye’ — Onyedika Pens Farewell Message To Club Brugge]]></title><description><![CDATA[Raphael Onyedika has penned an emotional farewell message to Club Brugge following his departure from the Belgian Pro League champions. The Nigeria international completed a permanent move to Bundesliga outfit Eintracht Frankfurt on Sunday, bringing an end to a successful four-year spell with the Blauw-Zwart. Onyedika joined Club Brugge from Danish side FC Midtjylland in [...]<br />
The post &lsquo;Time To Say Goodbye&rsquo; &mdash; Onyedika Pens Farewell Message To Club Brugge appeared first on Compl]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/time-to-say-goodbye-onyedika-pens-farewell-message-to-club-brugge/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 20:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/time-to-say-goodbye-onyedika-pens-farewell-message-to-club-brugge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Glasgow 2026: Tinubu Hails Team Nigeria’s Outstanding Performance]]></title><description><![CDATA[President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Team Nigeria for finishing as Africa&rsquo;s highest-ranked nation and 7th overall at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow with 24 medals (10 gold, 7 silver, and 7 bronze). In a statement issued by the presidential spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, on Tuesday in Abuja, the president noted that the country&rsquo;s haul of [...]<br />
The post Glasgow 2026: Tinubu Hails Team Nigeria&rsquo;s Outstanding Performance appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/glasgow-2026-tinubu-hails-team-nigerias-outstanding-performance/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 19:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/glasgow-2026-tinubu-hails-team-nigerias-outstanding-performance/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Iwobi: Messi, Not Ronaldo Remains My GOAT]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi has chosen Lionel Messi over Cristiano Ronaldo because of Messi&rsquo;s untouchable control on the pitch. Appearing on the Beast Mode On Podcast, Iwobi explained that while Ronaldo had a crazy aura, Messi created an invisible radius where defenders could not tackle him. Iwobi Chooses GOAT Between Messi, Ronaldo Read Also:WAFU [...]<br />
The post Iwobi: Messi, Not Ronaldo Remains My GOAT appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/iwobi-messi-not-ronaldo-remains-my-goat/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 18:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/iwobi-messi-not-ronaldo-remains-my-goat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFU B U-20 Championship: Flying Eagles Eye Final Spot, U-20 AFCON Berth]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s Flying Eagles will be aspiring to book a WAFU B tournament final ticket when they take on hosts Cote d&rsquo;Iivore in a semi final clash on Wednesday evening at Stade Charles Konan Banny in Yamoussoukro. The Flying Eagles finished as runners-up in Group B having lost to Young Stallions of Burkina Faso 0-2 in [...]<br />
The post WAFU B U-20 Championship: Flying Eagles Eye Final Spot, U-20 AFCON Berth appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafu-b-u-20-championship-flying-eagles-eye-final-spot-u-20-afcon-berth/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 18:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafu-b-u-20-championship-flying-eagles-eye-final-spot-u-20-afcon-berth/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Don’t Accept Man United Offer  –Wilshere Advises Lewis-Skelly]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former England midfielder Jack Wilshere has advised Arsenal defender Myles Lewis-Skelly to reject transfer interest from Manchester United and stay to fight for his place at the Emirates Stadium. Recall that the Red Devils has explored and prepared a potential transfer bid as they look for cover at left-back. Read Also:Como Agree &pound;31m Deal To [...]<br />
The post Don&rsquo;t Accept Man United Offer&ndash;Wilshere Advises Lewis-Skelly appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/dont-accept-man-united-offer-wilshere-advises-lewis-skelly/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 18:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/dont-accept-man-united-offer-wilshere-advises-lewis-skelly/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NPFL: Kun Khalifat Unveil Technical Crew, New Management Team For 2026/2027 Season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) side Kun Khalifat on Tuesday, 3 August 2026, unveiled the club&rsquo;s technical crew and management staff ahead of the kick-off of the 2026/2027 top-flight campaign, Completesports.com reports. Kun Khalifat Retain Uzoho, Restructure Technical Bench Obinna Uzoho retained his position as Technical Adviser of the &lsquo;KK Boys&rsquo;, while Chinedu Okonkwo will [...]<br />
The post NPFL: Kun Khalifat Unveil Technical Crew, New Management Team For 2026/2027 Season]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-kun-khalifat-unveil-technical-crew-new-management-team-for-20262027-season/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 17:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-kun-khalifat-unveil-technical-crew-new-management-team-for-20262027-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CAF Team Concludes Inspection Of Nigeria’s Facilities Ahead  General Assembly, CAF Awards]]></title><description><![CDATA[A five-member delegation from the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has concluded a two-day inspection of facilities proposed by Nigeria to host the 48th CAF Ordinary General Assembly and the 2026 CAF Awards. The delegation, led by Dr Christian Emeruwa, included Herv&eacute; Dassoundo (Commercial and Branding), Inas Ahmed (Travel and Accommodation), Salah Mostafa (Transport), and [...]<br />
The post CAF Team Concludes Inspection Of Nigeria&rsquo;s Facilities AheadGeneral Assembly, CAF Awards ap]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/caf-team-concludes-inspection-of-nigerias-facilities-ahead-general-assembly-caf-awards/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 17:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/caf-team-concludes-inspection-of-nigerias-facilities-ahead-general-assembly-caf-awards/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Four Ugandan Boxers Abscond After Conclusion Of Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games]]></title><description><![CDATA[Four Ugandan boxers have absconded after the conclusion of the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, talkSPORT reports. The missing athletes have been identified as Angel Katushabe, Nuhu Batte, Ibrahim Khemis and Emily Nakalema. According to Ugandan publication NBS Sports, all four boxers failed to meet up with the rest of their teammates for their scheduled return [...]<br />
The post Four Ugandan Boxers Abscond After Conclusion Of Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/four-ugandan-boxers-abscond-after-conclusion-of-glasgow-2026-commonwealth-games/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 16:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/four-ugandan-boxers-abscond-after-conclusion-of-glasgow-2026-commonwealth-games/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Michael Carlton Wants 21.com To Compete On Speed, Technology And Trust]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new iGaming brand usually has to earn attention the slow way. It launches with a games lobby, a welcome offer and a line about better technology. Most of those claims blur together. 21.com starts from a different place because Michael Carlton&rsquo;s name gives the launch immediate industry context. Carlton is central to the launch [...]<br />
The post Michael Carlton Wants 21.com To Compete On Speed, Technology And Trust appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/michael-carlton-wants-21com-to-compete-on-speed-technology-and-trust/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 16:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/michael-carlton-wants-21com-to-compete-on-speed-technology-and-trust/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bernardo: Mourinho Means A Lot To Portuguese Football]]></title><description><![CDATA[Real Madrid star Bernardo Silva has expressed excitement about playing for Jos&eacute; Mourinho, noting that the coach holds immense importance in Portuguese football history. The 31-year-old midfielder moved to the Spanish club on a two-year deal following the end of his contract with Manchester City. Read Also:Hull City, Ipswich Town, Coventry City Interested In Iroegbunam [...]<br />
The post Bernardo: Mourinho Means A Lot To Portuguese Football appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/bernardo-mourinho-means-a-lot-to-portuguese-football/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 16:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/bernardo-mourinho-means-a-lot-to-portuguese-football/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Maresca’s Ideas Are Similar To Guardiola  —Semenyo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester City forward Antoine Semenyo has new manager Enzo Maresca&rsquo;s ideas are quite similar to former manager Pep Guardiol. City were defeated on penalties by Inter Milan in Maresca&rsquo;s first game in charge in Hong Kong, but the side demonstrated the attacking intent the new boss will deploy after replacing Guardiola. Semenyo played the opening [...]<br />
The post Maresca&rsquo;s Ideas Are Similar To Guardiola&mdash;Semenyo appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/marescas-ideas-are-similar-to-guardiola-semenyo/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 16:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/marescas-ideas-are-similar-to-guardiola-semenyo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[White Faith And Red Rebellion: How A Jersey Madrid And A Liverpool Jersey Third Define A Fan’s Soul]]></title><description><![CDATA[A liverpool jersey third that breaks every rule. A Madrid jersey carrying a century of glory. 2:45 a.m. Champions League knockout. You haven&rsquo;t moved in twenty minutes. Hands are wet. You don&rsquo;t care. Ninety-third minute. Goal. You&rsquo;re up before your brain catches it&mdash;screaming, thumping your chest, neighbor already pounding the wall. Your Madrid jersey is [...]<br />
The post White Faith And Red Rebellion: How A Jersey Madrid And A Liverpool Jersey Third Define A Fan&rsquo;s Soul]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/white-faith-and-red-rebellion-how-a-jersey-madrid-and-a-liverpool-jersey-third-define-a-fans-soul/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 16:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/white-faith-and-red-rebellion-how-a-jersey-madrid-and-a-liverpool-jersey-third-define-a-fans-soul/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Former Flying Eagles Striker Joins Turkish Club Eyüpspor]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Flying Eagles forward Ahmed Abdullahi has completed a permanent move to Turkish Super Lig side Ey&uuml;pspor from Premier League club Sunderland. The 22-year-old has signed a two-year contract with the Istanbul-based club, with the agreement including an option for a further year. Sunderland Announce Departure Sunderland confirmed his departure on their official website. &ldquo;Sunderland [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Former Flying Eagles Striker Joins Turkish Club Ey&uuml;pspor appeared firs]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-former-flying-eagles-striker-joins-turkish-club-eypspor/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 15:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-former-flying-eagles-striker-joins-turkish-club-eypspor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NNL: Amuneke Confirms Heartland’s Preparations For 2026/2027 Season Underway]]></title><description><![CDATA[Heartland have resumed preparations ahead of the 2026/2027 Nigeria National League (NNL) season, Technical Manager Emmanuel Amuneke, the former Super Eagles winger, has confirmed to Completesports.com. &ldquo;Yes, we&rsquo;ve resumed for the new season. That was last Monday,&rdquo; the former FC Barcelona of Spain winger responded on Tuesday when asked about the Naze Millionaires&rsquo; preparations for [...]<br />
The post NNL: Amuneke Confirms Heartland&rsquo;s Preparations For 2026/2027 Season Unde]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nnl-amuneke-confirms-heartlands-preparations-for-20262027-season-underway/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 15:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nnl-amuneke-confirms-heartlands-preparations-for-20262027-season-underway/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man United Ready To Loan Out Chido Obi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United have made striker Chido Obi-Martin available for a loan move this summer following a mixed pre-season assessment, with the club preferring a continental European destination over a physical domestic EFL loan. Red Devils manager Michael Carrick and the coaching staff feel the young Dane is not quite ready for regular senior minutes in [...]<br />
The post Man United Ready To Loan Out Chido Obi appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/man-united-ready-to-loan-out-chido-obi/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 13:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/man-united-ready-to-loan-out-chido-obi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ter Stegen Joins Arokodare At Ajax After Loan Move From  Barcelona]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ajax have reached an agreement with FC Barcelona to take their German goalkeeper Marc ter Stegen on a season-long loan move. The 34-year-old goalkeeper is now teammate with Nigeria international Tolu Arokodare, who also joined Ajax on loan from Wolverhampton Wanderers. Arokodare made a perfect start to life at Ajax after scoring on his debut [...]<br />
The post Ter Stegen Joins Arokodare At Ajax After Loan Move FromBarcelona appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ter-stegen-joins-arokodare-at-ajax-after-loan-move-from-barcelona/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 12:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ter-stegen-joins-arokodare-at-ajax-after-loan-move-from-barcelona/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kovacic: I’m Not Leaving Manchester City]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester City midfielder Mateo Kova&#269;i&#263; has confirmed he is staying at the Etihad Stadium after clarifying his future with manager Enzo Maresca and club chiefs. Dismissing exit links to Serie A, the midfielder stated that the club assured him they &ldquo;count on&rdquo; him for the new season. Read Also:Done Deal: Henderson Joins Chelsea On Free [...]<br />
The post Kovacic: I&rsquo;m Not Leaving Manchester City appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/kovacic-im-not-leaving-manchester-city/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 09:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/kovacic-im-not-leaving-manchester-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hull City, Ipswich Town, Coventry City Interested In Iroegbunam]]></title><description><![CDATA[Premier League newly promoted clubs Hull City, Ipswich Town and Coventry City are all interested in signing England-born Nigeria midfielder Tim Iroegbunam, according to talkSPORT. The Toffees have completed three signings this summer, bringing in Hayden Hackney, Tyrique George and Merlin Rohl on permanent deals &ndash; with the latter two having been on loan with [...]<br />
The post Hull City, Ipswich Town, Coventry City Interested In Iroegbunam appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/hull-city-ipswich-town-coventry-city-interested-in-iroegbunam/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 09:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/hull-city-ipswich-town-coventry-city-interested-in-iroegbunam/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria Names 25-Member Squad For Commonwealth Fencing Championship]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria has unveiled a 25-member squad for the 2026 Commonwealth Fencing Championships, which will take place in Lagos. The championship will run from August 9 to 14 at Rugby School Nigeria, Eko Atlantic City, Victoria Island. The squad is made up of 12 para fencers and 13 athletes in the able-bodied category, and is led [...]<br />
The post Nigeria Names 25-Member Squad For Commonwealth Fencing Championship appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nigeria-names-25-member-squad-for-commonwealth-fencing-championship/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 08:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nigeria-names-25-member-squad-for-commonwealth-fencing-championship/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brazilian Youth Game Suspended After Parrot Attack Players]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Brazilian youth football match between Flamengo and Cear&aacute; was briefly halted after a large blue parrot swooped down and menaced players on the pitch. The remarkable incident took place in the 17th minute at the Granja Comari training complex in Teres&oacute;polis. Read Also:Infantino: I Did Not Call Trump To Help Save My Job As [...]<br />
The post Brazilian Youth Game Suspended After Parrot Attack Players appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/brazilian-youth-game-suspended-after-parrot-attack-players/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 07:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/brazilian-youth-game-suspended-after-parrot-attack-players/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘I Want To Help The Team’ — Arokodare Determined To Make Immediate Impact At Ajax]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tolu Arokodare is keen to make instant impact at Eredivisie giants Ajax, reports Completesports.com. Arokodare recently joined the former European champions on a season-long loan from Sky Bet Championship club Wolverhampton Wanderers. The Nigeria international scored in Ajax&rsquo;s pre-season friendly victory over Volendam FC last weekend. Arokodare Reveals Ajax Ambition The former Genk forward claimed [...]<br />
The post &lsquo;I Want To Help The Team&rsquo; &mdash; Arokodare Determined To Make Imm]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/i-want-to-help-the-team-arokodare-determined-to-make-immediate-impact-at-ajax/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 07:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/i-want-to-help-the-team-arokodare-determined-to-make-immediate-impact-at-ajax/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-Falconets Star Sabastine Joins Portuguese League Champions Benfica]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Falconets forward Flourish Sabastine has joined reigning Portuguese women&rsquo;s league champions Benfica on a three-year deal that will run till 2029. Benfica confirmed the signing in a video posted on their official X handle on Monday. Sabastine joined Benfica from Turkish club Fenerbahce, whom she spent just one season, scoring 12 goals in 25 [...]<br />
The post Ex-Falconets Star Sabastine Joins Portuguese League Champions Benfica appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ex-falconets-star-sabastine-joins-portuguese-league-champions-benfica/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 00:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ex-falconets-star-sabastine-joins-portuguese-league-champions-benfica/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-Falconets Star Sabastine Joins Benfica On Three-Year Deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Falconets forward Flourish Sabastine has joined Benfica women&rsquo;s team on a three-year deal that will run till 2029. Benfica confirmed the signing in a video posted on their official X handle on Monday. Sabastine joined Benfica from Turkish club Fenerbahce, whom she spent just one season, scoring 12 goals in 25 appearances.<br />
The post Ex-Falconets Star Sabastine Joins Benfica On Three-Year Deal appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ex-falconets-star-sabastine-joins-benfica-on-three-year-deal/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 00:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ex-falconets-star-sabastine-joins-benfica-on-three-year-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Barca Need A Capable Striker  –Flick]]></title><description><![CDATA[Barcelona boss Hansi Flick has admitted that the club needed to sign a new striker before the start of the new La Liga season. Flick expressed full confidence in sporting director Deco while noting that any final attacking additions also depend on the future of Ferran Torres. Read Also:Newcastle Reject Arsenal&rsquo;s Initial Bid For Guimaraes [...]<br />
The post Barca Need A Capable Striker&ndash;Flick appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/barca-need-a-capable-striker-flick/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2026 22:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/barca-need-a-capable-striker-flick/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFU B U-20 Championship:  Burkina Faso Defeat Won’t Derail Flying Eagles Ahead  Côte d’Ivoire Test  — Maikaba]]></title><description><![CDATA[Flying Eagles head coach Abdu Maikaba has declared that his side is fully focused on Wednesday&rsquo;s semi-final showdown against hosts C&ocirc;te d&rsquo;Ivoire at the ongoing WAFU B U-20 Championship. Nigeria missed out on top spot in Group B after suffering a 2-0 defeat to Burkina Faso in their final group-stage match on Sunday. Despite the [...]<br />
The post WAFU B U-20 Championship:Burkina Faso Defeat Won&rsquo;t Derail Flying Eagles AheadC&ocirc;te d&rsquo;Ivoire Test&mdash; Maikaba appeared]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafu-b-u-20-championship-burkina-faso-defeat-wont-derail-flying-eagles-ahead-cte-divoire-test-maikaba/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2026 21:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafu-b-u-20-championship-burkina-faso-defeat-wont-derail-flying-eagles-ahead-cte-divoire-test-maikaba/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Como Agree £31m Deal To Sign  Chelsea Star Defender]]></title><description><![CDATA[Como have agreed a deal worth more than &pound;30m to sign Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah, BBC Sport reports. The 27-year-old is expected to sign a long-term contract and take on a leadership role under manager Cesc Fabregas at the Italian club, who secured Champions League qualification by finishing fourth in Serie A last season. Chelsea [...]<br />
The post Como Agree &pound;31m Deal To SignChelsea Star Defender appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/como-agree-31m-deal-to-sign-chelsea-star-defender/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2026 21:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/como-agree-31m-deal-to-sign-chelsea-star-defender/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFU B U-20 Championship: Flying Eagles Must Focus On U-20 AFCON Ticket Despite Burkina Faso Defeat — Akuneto]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria-born Manchester City U-17 Head Coach, Chuks Akuneto, has urged the Flying Eagles to keep their focus firmly on securing a place at the 2027 CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations despite their 2-0 defeat to Burkina Faso, insisting that qualification for the WAFU B U-20 Championship semi-finals keeps Nigeria on course to achieve its [...]<br />
The post WAFU B U-20 Championship: Flying Eagles Must Focus On U-20 AFCON Ticket Despite Burkina Faso Defeat &mdash; Akuneto appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafu-b-u-20-championship-flying-eagles-must-focus-on-u-20-afcon-ticket-despite-burkina-faso-defeat-akuneto/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2026 20:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafu-b-u-20-championship-flying-eagles-must-focus-on-u-20-afcon-ticket-despite-burkina-faso-defeat-akuneto/</guid></item></channel></rss>